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title: "Thornley Parish Council Pump Track"
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# Thornley Parish Council Pump Track

Buyer: THORNLEY PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-034b55e4-1f68-4e98-bc7b-88b855d26631

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## Summary

The Thornley Parish Council in County Durham is seeking tenders for the design and construction of a pump track project at the former Thornley Colliery site. The project aims to create an inclusive space promoting community engagement and healthy lifestyles. Tenders will be evaluated based on various criteria, and the successful contractor must have experience in delivering pump tracks, comply with safety standards, and demonstrate financial stability. The tender deadline is 10th April 2024, with a contract period starting on 1st June 2024 and ending on 23rd December 2024.

This opportunity is particularly suitable for businesses experienced in building recreational facilities and promoting community well-being. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. The Thornley Parish Council will consider tenderers' approach, methodology, and sustainability practices. Interested companies should review the tender documents, visit the site, and submit the required information before the closing date to be considered for this exciting project enhancing public recreational services in the area.

## Notice

Thornley Parish Council in County Durham is pleased to invite suitably qualified and experienced companies to submit tenders on a design and build basis for the construction of a pump track in Thornley. This project aims to create a vibrant and inclusive space for users of all ages and skill levels, promoting a sense of community and healthy and active lifestyles. It is expected to provide long lasting benefit to the community, constructed with longevity and quality at the forefront. Tenders will be assessed against the Council's priorities which include approach and methodology, value for money, experience, health and safety and risk management, design and quality and a sustainable approach. Weightings are stated in the Council's tender documents. The successful Contractor should have proven experience in delivering pump tracks, compliance with all safety and regulatory standards, relevant and sufficient insurance, financial stability and the necessary machinery. The scope of the works is in the tender documents. Tenderers should state their expected critical dates in the information submitted. All dates are to be agreed with the Parish Council. The site is the former Thornley Colliery. An approximate location has been identified. Diagrams and photographs of the site are in the documents. Access to the site will need to be planned, and agreed at the appropriate time with the Parish Council. Tenderers should ensure they understand the three tender documents, visit the site and then submit the completed Information and Quotation Form and all requested documents by email or post, by the closing time. Key dates are in the tender documents. Please note the Council has not yet acquired funding for this full project. While the Council expects to go ahead with the pump track, a final design will be dependent on funding received and the Council's decisions on how the pump track should proceed. The successful tenderer will be notified that they are the chosen company and that the track will go ahead if/when required funding is received. For any further information please email the Parish Clerk in good time before the closing date: clerk@thornley-pc.gov.uk. All details of how to apply are in the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62823475-149d-4957-9784-1e82628ea262 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2024 - 23 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THORNLEY PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH6 3EL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Trimdon and Thornley |
| Westminster constituency | Easington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2024 at 14:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62823475-149d-4957-9784-1e82628ea262

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62823475-149d-4957-9784-1e82628ea262
  14th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1805c0ed-6555-461c-86f2-a0f7e99bc832
  Invitation to Tender (document 1 of 3)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/13c5f3de-156f-415b-9d5c-0c20f73a66cb
  Form to be completed by Tenderers (document 2 of 3)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/35976bc8-25a1-4be6-bf59-416458d91b3a
  Draft Contract (document 3 of 3)

## Notice URLs

- http://www.thornley-pc.gov.uk

## Provenance

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