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title: "Installation of Metal Fencing/Barrier at Dorset Road Playing Fields, Atherton, Wigan"
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# Installation of Metal Fencing/Barrier at Dorset Road Playing Fields, Atherton, Wigan

Buyer: WIGAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e775c4dc-97d6-41f8-a58f-d45184792814

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## Summary

Wigan Council is seeking contractors for the "Installation of Metal Fencing/Barrier at Dorset Road Playing Fields, Atherton, Wigan." This project falls under the works category, specifically focusing on fencing, railing, and safety equipment installation. The procurement process is currently in the Award stage, with the contract period commencing from 7th May 2019 and ending on 25th May 2019. The tender was published on 12th February 2019, with a total value of £25,000. Bidders had until 1st March 2019 to submit their proposals for the project.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs, particularly those specialising in construction and barrier installation, to grow their business by securing municipal contracts. With the requirement for both galvanized and powder-coated options, businesses with capabilities in metalwork, fencing, and construction will find themselves well-positioned to compete. Successful contractors will enhance their portfolio while contributing to community infrastructure in the North West region of the UK.

## Notice

Wigan Council require the installation of metal fencing/barrier works at Dorset Road Playing Fields, Atherton, Wigan, M46 9GJ, Greater Manchester. The metal fencing/barrier required to be installed are 525 linear metres of 0.6 metre tall metal knee rail fencing with 75mm x 75mm metal posts and 75mm x 75mm RHS metal top rail set Birdsmouth - gaps every 12 metres to be 1.25 metres wide - access barrier 1 off 4 metre wide heavy duty swing access barrier with lock open metal post approximately 0.9 metres tall. Before commencing the installation of the metal fencing/barrier works, a full CAT (Cable Avoidance Tool) scan must be undertaken in order to ensure there is no damage to underground services (water, electricity, gas utilities). Bidders are required to submit a price for galvanized only and a price for galvanized and powder coated black. The works must be completed within a period of 2 weeks from start on site. It is envisaged that the works will commence week beginning Monday 18th March 2019.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed283615-7c1c-4818-adc1-640b9ead2bfe |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 6 May 2019 - 25 May 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,319 |
| 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 | WIGAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIGAN |
| Post town | Wigan |
| Postcode | WN4 8DT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Wigan |
| Electoral ward | Bryn with Ashton-in-Makerfield North |
| Westminster constituency | Makerfield |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | AGR BUILDING AND FENCING CONTRACTORS; WELDFAST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2019 at 16:33 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed283615-7c1c-4818-adc1-640b9ead2bfe
- 1 Apr 2019 at 10:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed283615-7c1c-4818-adc1-640b9ead2bfe
- 12 Feb 2019 at 11:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3179a574-20eb-4b04-aaf6-39d8a548cce2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed283615-7c1c-4818-adc1-640b9ead2bfe
  1st April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3179a574-20eb-4b04-aaf6-39d8a548cce2
  12th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=4a6cf21c-a42e-e911-80f2-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

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

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