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title: "Refurbishment of the Irrigation System at Mowsbury Golf Course, Bedford - Phase 1 - AWARD"
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# Refurbishment of the Irrigation System at Mowsbury Golf Course, Bedford - Phase 1 - AWARD

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3a83c06f-987f-4046-b1c1-97ce11e6c4ae

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## Summary

The procurement process for the refurbishment of the irrigation system at Mowsbury Golf Course in Bedford has been completed, with an award granted to Turfcare Leisure Services Ltd. Initiated by Bedford Borough Council, this tender falls under the industry category of irrigation works, with specific focus on irrigation equipment. The project involves significant upgrades including the installation of an ACC2 controller, WiFi unit, supply booster, cable maintenance, and sensor replacements. This open procurement followed an open procedure method, with a tender period that concluded on 5th June 2026. The contract is set to run from 18th June 2026 to 17th September 2026.

This tender presents opportunities primarily for businesses specialising in irrigation systems and equipment, particularly those equipped to handle complex installations and system upgrades. While not targeted towards SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, the successful supplier, Turfcare Leisure Services Ltd, exemplifies the calibre of expertise and experience required. Firms with strong technical capabilities in electrical and mechanical components as well as those with experience in executing public sector contracts will find similar opportunities conducive to business growth and expansion.

## Notice

Bedford Borough Council (The Council) is inviting tenders for the provision of Phase 1 of upgrades to irrigation system at Mowsbury Golf course. Phase 1 is to include the supply and fit of an upgraded ACC2 controller, addition of a WiFi unit to the controller, a supply booster, checking of cable continuity and re-wiring of all cable joints, waterproofing of electrical joints, and extension of waterproof cables where necessary in the valve boxes. In addition there will be where required replacement of damaged underground cables, addition of decoded units based on the results of continuity tests, replacement of pressure vessels and fittings and the replacement of the rain sensor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/866e442b-0fe1-45ef-9129-5c6c504f2bf9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2026 - 17 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,667 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ENGLAND |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TURFCARE LEISURE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 43323000 - Irrigation equipment
- 45232120 - Irrigation works

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 13:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/866e442b-0fe1-45ef-9129-5c6c504f2bf9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/866e442b-0fe1-45ef-9129-5c6c504f2bf9
  18th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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