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title: "Creation of Cycle Path"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c31c03e3-03fd-4071-b0e1-b435ff2592f8"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "KNUTSFORD TOWN COUNCIL"
published: "2018-10-12"
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# Creation of Cycle Path

Buyer: KNUTSFORD TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c31c03e3-03fd-4071-b0e1-b435ff2592f8

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## Summary

Knutsford Town Council is inviting tenders for the creation of a shared use cycle path from the Moor to Mallard Close, measuring 3m wide and approximately 415m in length. The procurement is classified under civil engineering works and is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 30th November 2018. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2019 and is expected to conclude by 30th June 2019. Interested parties should prepare a detailed method statement in their tender submissions, outlining their approach to site management, groundworks, path installation, and drainage solutions.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for construction and civil engineering firms, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that specialise in landscaping, path construction, and infrastructure development would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The project not only aims to enhance local infrastructure but also creates a pathway for businesses to expand their footprint in public sector contracts within the local authority's jurisdiction.

## Notice

Knutsford Town Council is looking to create a shared use path from the Moor to Mallard Close. The path will be 3m wide and approximately 415m in length. The surface must be suitable for cycling and wheelchairs e.g. a self-binding gravel or similar. The path currently runs through an area of woodland/overgrowth and is boggy in parts. The gradient steepens towards Mallard Close. The contractor will be responsible for the full deliver of the path including: a) Site management b) Site clearance and groundworks c) Installation of path d) Management of the gradient and drainage/bridging Works would be likely to be undertaken from Spring 2019. The tender submission must include a detailed method statement outlining a step-by-step guide as to how the works will be undertaken including to tackle the drainage and the steepness of the gradient. The tender submission must confirm that a site visit has been undertaken.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5ec9379-0ec9-45ed-86ef-a074b168e85c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KNUTSFORD TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | KNUTSFORD |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA16 6TA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Knutsford |
| Westminster constituency | Tatton |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 12 Oct 2018 at 15:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5ec9379-0ec9-45ed-86ef-a074b168e85c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5ec9379-0ec9-45ed-86ef-a074b168e85c
  12th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a2ec63c6-8b72-4255-9d10-6a3453d1376a
  Tender Specification, Plan and Process

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