--- title: "Resurfacing of the Fordrough Public Right of Way" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ROYAL SUTTON COLDFIELD TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2025-03-07" --- # Resurfacing of the Fordrough Public Right of Way Buyer: ROYAL SUTTON COLDFIELD TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290.json) ## Summary The Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council in England has completed the procurement process for the "Resurfacing of the Fordrough Public Right of Way" under the industry category of surface work for footpaths (CPV 45233253). The project, situated in the West Midlands, aims to enhance accessibility along a popular off-road pathway connecting the Four Oaks Road to Lichfield Road. This tender, using a selective procurement method from a framework agreement, commenced on 29th February 2024 and is set to conclude by 1st July 2025. The contract, worth £75,452.51, was awarded to R.W. Services Ltd, an SME, on 28th February 2024. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs involved in community infrastructure and pathway resurfacing projects. Companies that specialise in high-quality surfacing materials and accessibility improvements are well-suited to compete for such projects. The successful completion of this contract will not only improve local accessibility but also enhance the reputation and portfolio of the contracting business, opening doors for future public tenders of similar scope and magnitude. ## Notice The Fordrough is a designated off-road private owned public right of way. Historical records show that The Fordrough originated as an old farm track, with maps dating back to 1899 - 1913 highlighting the route's passage through Ley Hill Farm. Currently, the route serves as an off-road pathway connecting the Four Oaks Road to the Lichfield Road. The route provides direct access from the Four Oaks Road to the local centre of Mere Green. Despite its popularity, the quality of the route means it is not accessible for all users. The path is characterised by poorly surfaced sections with loose gravel, resulting in an unpleasant walking experience, particularly for individuals with disabilities, who find mobility aids, such as wheelchairs, impeded by the unstable surface. To address these concerns, a proposal has been put forward to upgrade the Fordrough route from Lichfield Road, across the railway line and Irnham Road, stopping at the point where the Fordrough turns into a private road. The improvements include widening the footway to a minimum of 1.5 meters (up to 2.0 meters where feasible) and implementing a high-quality surface material that ensures safe and convenient use for all individuals. A joint project, with funding from the Four Oaks Ward Brum Breathes would enable a coherent and high-quality walking route from the Lichfield Road up to the end of the footway at the private road providing an all-inclusive accessible route within a residential neighbourhood and facilitate stronger walking links within the area. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26d9d43d-1ef4-48e2-841d-2770f264409a | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 28 Feb 2024 | | Contract period | 29 Feb 2024 - 1 Jul 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £75,452 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £75,452 | | 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 | ROYAL SUTTON COLDFIELD TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | SUTTON COLDFIELD | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B74 2PG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Sutton Trinity | | Westminster constituency | Sutton Coldfield | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | R.W. SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45233253 - Surface work for footpaths ## Release History - 7 Mar 2025 at 13:52 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26d9d43d-1ef4-48e2-841d-2770f264409a - 7 Mar 2025 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26d9d43d-1ef4-48e2-841d-2770f264409a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26d9d43d-1ef4-48e2-841d-2770f264409a 7th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8f334c82-8de4-496c-9a5d-e491965ee290.json.