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04 Aug 2026 at 09:18

Summary of the contracting process

The North York Moors National Park Authority is seeking suitably qualified consultants for a project titled "North York Moors Active Travel Design Work." This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, inviting open competition to develop an active travel scheme for Lady Edith’s Drive. The project encompasses various steps, including feasibility, design, and stakeholder engagement, aiming to produce a design solution that aligns with the park's Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan. The tender, with a gross value of £78,000, is set to close on 3rd September 2026, with the project scheduled to commence on 21st September 2026, in the Yorkshire and Humber region.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in architectural, engineering, and transport services, particularly those specializing in sustainable infrastructure development. Companies with a proven track record in active travel design and a strong project planning framework are well-suited to compete. The procurement method is open and below threshold, making it accessible for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their portfolio in public sector projects. Winning this contract can provide substantial business growth through involvement in a prestigious project aimed at enhancing sustainable travel within the National Park.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

North York Moors Active Travel Design Work

Notice Description

The North York Moors National Park Authority (NYMNPA) is inviting quotations from suitably qualified consultants to develop an active travel scheme for Lady Edith's Drive, a priority section of the Scarborough to Pickering corridor identified in the NYMNPA's Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan. The commission will take the route from concept stage through feasibility, option development, stakeholder and public engagement, preliminary design and final scheme development, producing a preferred design solution that is ready to support future funding bids and progress towards detailed design and delivery. See the attached ITQ document for further detail.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dab0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073505-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

45233161 - Footpath construction work

45233162 - Cycle path construction work

60100000 - Road transport services

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
3 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH YORK MOORS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HELMSLEY
Postcode
YO62 5BP
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Helmsley & Sinnington
Westminster Constituency
Thirsk and Malton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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