--- title: "Cambridge City Council - Construction of Concrete Pads" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL" published: "2024-10-11" --- # Cambridge City Council - Construction of Concrete Pads Buyer: CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473.json) ## Summary Cambridge City Council has initiated a public tender for the construction of concrete pad bases at various locations in Cambridge to support bike stores. This procurement falls under the "Various surface works" industry category. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage and runs on an open procedure (below threshold), inviting suppliers to submit their bids by the deadline of 25th October 2024 at 12:00 PM. Key dates include the contract start date of 18th November 2024 and an end date of 24th December 2024. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 30,000. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in concrete and construction works, particularly SMEs, which are encouraged to apply. The contract involves tasks such as excavation, provision of formwork, and laying of reinforced concrete, requiring expertise in ensuring structural integrity and proper curing practices. Companies with a proven track record in such construction projects will find this tender a fitting opportunity to showcase their capabilities and expand their portfolio by collaborating with the Cambridge City Council. ## Notice Cambridge City Council is seeking suppliers to construct concrete pad bases at various locations in Cambridge. These bases will support bike stores and ensure proper drainage, durability, and structural integrity. The specific work includes: - Excavate and remove plants/vegetation and ground to a minimum of 175mm below surrounding paths. Remove evacuated material from site. - If close to a building excavate so finished level is a minimum of 150mm below Damp Proof Course (DPC)of adjoining building and so that DPC remains unaffected. - Compact base and lay a 75mm layer of type 1 aggregate tamp firmly down. - Provide formwork to cast base to and fibre board to existing surrounding structures to form an expansion gap left in situ after laying the path. - Site mixed concrete mix 1:2:4 minimum strength 25N/mm2 tamped and with edging trowel to a neat finish with a brush finish to ensure that surface is rough and non-slip. Concrete pad's minimum depth of 100mm. The concrete pads shall be constructed to the specified dimensions and be flush with the surrounding ground. Grade 25 concrete with reinforcement (mesh) must be used to ensure structural integrity, and proper curing practices must be followed to maintain the strength and durability of the concrete. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58bcfcbc-6ca2-407c-8cf6-d489b2121bf3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 25 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 18 Nov 2024 - 24 Dec 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | 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 | CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | CAMBRIDGE | | Post town | Cambridge | | Postcode | CB2 3QJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough | | ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC | | Local authority | Cambridge | | Electoral ward | Market | | Westminster constituency | Cambridge | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45233200 - Various surface works ## Release History - 11 Oct 2024 at 10:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58bcfcbc-6ca2-407c-8cf6-d489b2121bf3 - 11 Oct 2024 at 10:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c778b27f-45e7-47b0-a002-3fd0ef856a42 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58bcfcbc-6ca2-407c-8cf6-d489b2121bf3 11th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c778b27f-45e7-47b0-a002-3fd0ef856a42 11th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=996e7789-b687-ef11-8130-005056b64545 Advert ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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