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title: "Footpath Improvements to Route 6 Arran Trail"
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# Footpath Improvements to Route 6 Arran Trail

Buyer: BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cb1dc3e-bfd9-4f88-b814-bedfe0ee6d37

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "Footpath Improvements to Route 6 Arran Trail" was managed by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, located in Blackburn, England. The project falls under the civil engineering category and involves works such as pathway construction and resurfacing, removal of metal footbridges, and installation of street lighting. The open procurement process, which used an open procedure method, resulted in an award to Bethell Construction Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), on 21 May 2025. The contract is valued at £677,288.67 and covers the period from 16 June 2025 to 14 September 2025. The procurement stage is complete, with the tender having ended on 1 May 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in civil engineering and construction services, particularly those specialising in pathway construction and infrastructure upgrades. SMEs focusing on public works projects might find this contract particularly lucrative, given the scope of work and the emphasis on infrastructure development. Moreover, businesses that can offer innovative solutions for public space enhancements or have experience liaising with public stakeholders could leverage such opportunities to expand their service portfolio and build a reputation in the public procurement sector.

## Notice

This section of the project will cover the construction/upgrade of the public right of way through the Shadsworth Woodland Area between Arran Avenue, Dutton Way and School Lane, Blackburn. And will encompass the following works: * Footway improvement/construction and re-surfacing to form a shared cycle/pedestrian route * Removal of existing metal footbridges * Construction of piped culverts in locations where footbridges are removed * Installation of ducting and chambers * Installation of Street Lighting and associated equipment * Liaison with stakeholders and the public * Disposal of any materials removed as part of the works if they cannot be reused on site

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b82fae3e-7eec-4bc2-9cfc-89994544af05 |
| 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 | 30 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2025 - 14 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £677,288 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £677,288 |
| 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 | BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKBURN |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB1 7DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |
| Local authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Electoral ward | Blackburn Central |
| Westminster constituency | Blackburn |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BETHELL CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

## Release History

- 30 May 2025 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b82fae3e-7eec-4bc2-9cfc-89994544af05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b82fae3e-7eec-4bc2-9cfc-89994544af05
  30th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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