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title: "Public Rights of Way footbridges and replacement steps & handrails."
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# Public Rights of Way footbridges and replacement steps & handrails.

Buyer: HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8212460f-a9a6-4d53-b9cf-e3c660883c7c

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## Summary

Herefordshire Council has completed the procurement process titled "Public Rights of Way footbridges and replacement steps & handrails" under the industry category of Construction work (CPV code: 45000000). The project involves replacing timber footbridges in disrepair with new steel-beamed, timber footbridges at 10 locations across Herefordshire. Additional work includes installing concrete base foundations or gabion baskets where necessary. The open procedure was utilised, with the contract period running from 25th January 2025 to 31st March 2025. The total contract value was GBP 194,666.25, and the award was announced on 24th January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, especially those specialising in infrastructure and public realm projects. The work required aligns well with firms experienced in managing civil engineering projects and those capable of providing durable and long-lasting construction solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer competitive pricing and innovative approaches to construction are especially well-positioned to benefit from similar future opportunities tendered by local councils. Additionally, the project's scope, including footbridge replacement and foundation work, offers broad applicability for firms seeking to expand their project portfolios within regional public infrastructure development.

## Notice

Further competition on Herefordshire Council's Public Realm Framework. The required works involve removing existing timber footbridge structures that are in a current state of disrepair, over a watercourse, and replacing with new steel beamed, timber footbridges. There are 10 locations across Herefordshire's Public Rights of Way where works are required in a timely manner. There will be a requirement to install concrete base foundations and or gabion baskets with each site.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3356b376-c15c-487e-84a7-b32353f33a42 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £194,666 |
| 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 | HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | HEREFORD |
| Post town | Hereford |
| Postcode | HR4 0LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG11 Herefordshire, County of |
| Local authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Electoral ward | Widemarsh |
| Westminster constituency | Hereford and South Herefordshire |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | M.F. FREEMAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 16:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3356b376-c15c-487e-84a7-b32353f33a42

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3356b376-c15c-487e-84a7-b32353f33a42
  27th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk

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