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title: "Tender for the repair and reinstatement of a slabbed footpath through public open space"
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# Tender for the repair and reinstatement of a slabbed footpath through public open space

Buyer: EAST HUNSBURY PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-509db7b5-24be-4700-9df7-946b8c42ee6d

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## Summary

The East Hunsbury Parish Council has awarded a tender for the repair and reinstatement of a slabbed footpath through public open space. The works involve lifting existing slabs, removing tree roots, regrading the base, and relaying the slabs with specific finishing details. The tender was initiated under the 'Single tender action' procurement method, with a total value of £45,000. The contract period runs from May 19, 2021, to July 16, 2021, with a tender period ending on May 13, 2021. The project is classified under landscaping work for parks.

This tender opportunity presents a lucrative prospect for businesses specialising in landscaping, paving, and construction works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender particularly well-suited, given the project's scope and value. The procurement stage is currently in the 'award' phase, with the contract awarded to Parish & Shires Commercial Ltd. Businesses with experience in similar projects, especially those local to Northamptonshire, are encouraged to explore potential subcontracting or future collaboration opportunities with the East Hunsbury Parish Council.

## Notice

Tender opportunity for the repair and reinstatement of a slabbed footpath through public open space. The path runs north/south through Grangewood park and is part tarmac, and part slabbed with 385mm x 385mm slabs. The slabbed path runs through the wooded area of the park and was installed a number of years ago, but its structure has been compromised by tree roots and water travel creating an unsafe surface in some areas. The path is approximately 380m in length (950m2). Specification * To lift existing slabs and set aside. * Remove tree roots as necessary, without damage to trees and existing landscape. * Regrade base to level using MOT Type 1 subbase. * Lay 35mm sharp sand bed and consolidate. * Relay existing slabs. * Haunch path sides with concrete haunch. * Dress finished path with 5mm self-binding gravel. General The parish council intends to award the tender by the end of May 2021. Works must be completed by 16th July 2021, and within two weeks of the commencement date. It will be assumed that the contractor will have visited the site to assess the work required, access, location and carry out relevant services checks. Works shall not commence before 8am or continue beyond 6pm. Work shall not be permitted on a Sunday or Bank Holiday. The contractor shall supply all labour, materials, fuel, water, carriage, plant, tools and machinery in order to execute the works. Access to the site is via the park entrance on Clannell Road or Peregrine Place. Access routes shall be reinstated to their original condition at completion of the works. All debris produced during the course of these works (including green waste) shall be removed from site by waste carriers holding a current Waste Carriers Licence as appropriate. Waste should be recycled wherever possible. Although removal of tree roots where necessary is permitted, the contractor must not prune, cut, remove or damage trees or shrubs on the site. On completion of the works all surrounding and affected areas must be made good and proper, and the site must be left in a clean and tidy condition. It will be necessary to close the path to members of the public while works are being carried out. The contractor will be required to provide all safety measures and signage to inform members of the public and prevent accidents. The contractor will be required to comply with all obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act and provide upon request a copy of the Health and Safety Policy and risk assessments for all activities to be carried out during the course of the works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af463344-cd1b-4ada-8059-b8d877108301 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 10 Oct 2021 - 19 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,740 |
| 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 | EAST HUNSBURY PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN4 0RZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | East Hunsbury and Shelfleys |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PARISH & SHIRES COMMERCIAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112700 - Landscaping work
- 45112711 - Landscaping work for parks
- 45233222 - Paving and asphalting works
- 45432112 - Laying of paving

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2023 at 09:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af463344-cd1b-4ada-8059-b8d877108301
- 19 Apr 2021 at 13:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf6c1d84-206b-4896-b75c-e3d69735d314

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af463344-cd1b-4ada-8059-b8d877108301
  22nd August 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf6c1d84-206b-4896-b75c-e3d69735d314
  19th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3577602c-1f93-40f6-9cbe-697cc28a632b
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a4750ad-779f-4aa6-9e95-96270bfd0291
  Location plans
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/104fb096-5e58-4b51-aa06-2588c1274540
  Photo of existing path
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0f396628-9643-49b4-ade3-2dd822e866de
  Photo of existing path

## Notice URLs

- http://www.easthunsburyparishcouncil.gov.uk

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