--- title: "CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK WORKS CONTRACT" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047349" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047349" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047349.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047349.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MID AND EAST ANTRIM BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-06-28" --- # CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK WORKS CONTRACT Buyer: MID AND EAST ANTRIM BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047349 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047349) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047349.json) ## Summary The public procurement contracting process involves a works contract titled "CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK WORKS CONTRACT" initiated by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. The project aims to provide new facilities at Carnfunnock Country Park, located near Larne in Northern Ireland. The contract is in the tender stage, with a total value of £6,500,000 GBP. The contract period is from January 6, 2025, to February 27, 2026. The procurement method is a selective procedure with electronic and written submission methods. The tender deadline for submissions is August 2, 2024. This works contract offers opportunities for businesses in building construction and civil engineering sectors to participate in the redevelopment of visitor facilities and recreational areas at Carnfunnock Country Park. Companies specialising in construction, landscaping, and amenities provision are well-suited to compete for this tender. The project presents a chance for business growth through the transformation and enhancement of public park facilities, positioning successful contractors for future projects in the region. ## Notice The project is for the provision of new facilities at Carnfunnock Country Park which is situated on the Antrim Coast Road (A2), 3.5 miles north of Larne town and Larne Harbour and just over 20 miles from Belfast. The park comprises of 191-acre parkland providing a range of recreational activities. Opened in 1990, Council recognised the need to develop the park to better cater for an expanding range of visitors. At present, there are accessibility issues plus the existing visitor centre and amenity block are dated, lack energy efficiency and are no longer fit for purpose. Funding secured by the Council through the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities will transform this popular site, improving current amenities and introducing exciting new additions to the area. The redevelopment will not only make a significant impact on the park - future proofing it for years to come - but also benefit the surrounding area. The project will enable the parklands to be reinvigorated through the upgrade of its visitor centre and tourist amenities. It will also provide additional activities for older children/adults. Redevelopment of Carnfunnock Country Park consists of 5 main work areas 1. Visitor Centre 2. Amenity Block 3. Bike Park 4. Adventure Play Park/Area 5. Public Realm of connecting pathways ### Lot Information Lot 1 The project is for the provision of new facilities at Carnfunnock Country Park which is situated on the Antrim Coast Road (A2), 3.5 miles north of Larne town and Larne Harbour and just over 20 miles from Belfast. The park comprises of 191-acre parkland providing a range of recreational activities. Opened in 1990, Council recognised the need to develop the park to better cater for an expanding range of visitors. At present, there are accessibility issues plus the existing visitor centre and amenity block are dated, lack energy efficiency and are no longer fit for purpose. Funding secured by the Council through the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities will transform this popular site, improving current amenities and introducing exciting new additions to the area. The redevelopment will not only make a significant impact on the park - future proofing it for years to come - but also benefit the surrounding area. The project will enable the parklands to be reinvigorated through the upgrade of its visitor centre and tourist amenities. It will also provide additional activities for older children/adults. Redevelopment of Carnfunnock Country Park consists of 5 main work areas 1. Visitor Centre 2. Amenity Block 3. Bike Park 4. Adventure Play Park/Area 5. Public Realm of connecting pathways ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019774-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jun 2024 | | Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MID AND EAST ANTRIM BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | BALLYMENA | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT42 1AB | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN0F Mid and East Antrim | | Local authority | Mid and East Antrim | | Electoral ward | Ardeevin | | Westminster constituency | North Antrim | | Delivery location | TLN0F Mid and East Antrim | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work - 45210000 - Building construction work ## Release History - 28 Jun 2024 at 09:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019774-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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