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title: "Centurion Way combined footway and cycleway works: Cucumber Farm to Littlewood Bridge"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ee4d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-04-01"
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# Centurion Way combined footway and cycleway works: Cucumber Farm to Littlewood Bridge

Buyer: SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ee4d

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## Summary

The South Downs National Park Authority has completed a procurement process for the extension of the Centurion Way, a combined footway and cycle way, from Cucumber Farm to Littlewood Bridge. The project falls under the industry category of construction works, specifically involving cycle path and footpath construction, as well as bridge works. Located in the region of UKJ in the United Kingdom, the procurement was conducted through an open competition method, reflecting a below-threshold procedure. Key dates include the contract signing on 30th March 2026, with the project duration outlined from 6th April 2026 to 30th September 2026. Notably, Edburton Contractors Limited has been appointed as the contractor for this project, with a contract value of £472,709.76 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those with expertise in pathway and cycleway developments, as well as small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given their suitability to participate in such procurement exercises. Businesses capable of offering innovative solutions and sustainable methodologies will find it advantageous to engage in similar future tenders. The requirements for sustainability and risk mitigation in the project's methodology amplify the need for companies proficient in delivering environmentally-friendly and strategic project plans, enabling growth through involvement in government-backed infrastructure improvements.

## Notice

South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) sought to appoint a contractor to carry out works to continue the extension of the Centurion Way combined footway and cycle way, from Cucumber Farm to Littlewood Bridge.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Alternative Surface for Steep Gradient Option: We recognise that there is a possibility that on gradients exceeding 5%, the specified path surface may not be resilient against erosion. There are three sections within the specified route where the gradient exceed 5%. We would welcome any ideas/solutions that bidders would contribute. Any proposed solution(s) could feature permeable, porous semi-bound or bound surfaces, and ideally incorporate natural or recycled materials to harmonise with the woodland's natural rural landscape. Any suggestions given are for information only and they will not form part of the evaluation of bids, and may not be taken up post contract award. Post award, should the project team wish to explore the successful bidder's proposed solution, this aspect will be treated as a contractor's design item under Clause 14.3 of the NEC4 contract, and will trigger a compensation event.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030559-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £720,000 |
| Lots value | £720,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £472,709 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY |
| Additional buyers | PROJECT CENTRE LIMITED |
| Locality | MIDHURST |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU29 9DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EDBURTON CONTRACTORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45221100 - Construction work for bridges
- 45233161 - Footpath construction work
- 45233162 - Cycle path construction work
- 45233253 - Surface work for footpaths

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 15:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030559-2026
- 3 Dec 2025 at 17:36 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079516-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030559-2026
  1st April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079516-2025
  3rd December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/southdowns/aspx/Home

## Notice URLs

- http://edburtoncontractors.com
- http://www.marstonholdings.co.uk/projectcentre
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.southdowns.gov.uk

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