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title: "DBC (EE) Easy Access Routes for Bunkers Park and Chipperfield Common"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06696e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-10"
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# DBC (EE) Easy Access Routes for Bunkers Park and Chipperfield Common

Buyer: DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06696e

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## Summary

Dacorum Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the project titled "DBC (EE) Easy Access Routes for Bunkers Park and Chipperfield Common". The tender falls under the footpath construction work industry category and involves upgrading and constructing unbound, surfaced paths to improve accessibility at two locations in Hemel Hempstead, UK. The procurement, conducted as an open competition under a below-threshold method, reached the award stage on 10th July 2026, with the contract awarded to Ground Control Limited. The total contract value is approximately £392,930.33, with the works set to begin on 10th August 2026 and conclude by 30th November 2026. Initial tender submissions closed on 24th April 2026.

This tender process opens opportunities for suppliers in the construction and civil engineering sectors, especially those specialising in accessibility and public pathway projects. Companies with capabilities in constructing multi-user paths and boardwalks will find this project aligns well with their services. With a budget of £430,000 spread over both sites, the project offers a significant business growth potential for firms that can excel in delivering on budget and improving public infrastructure. The competitive nature, highlighted by 12 initial bids with 7 advancing from SMEs, demonstrates a viable market for similarly scaled suppliers seeking to engage with local government projects.

## Notice

The Council are seeking a suitably qualified supplier to undertake the upgrading and construction of Easy Access Route (EAR) unbound, surfaced paths at two sites within the Borough - Bunkers Park and Chipperfield Common. The paths will provide improved access year-round for all visitors, including those with limited mobility. Bunkers Park, Hemel Hempstead: The proposal is to create an approx. 2000m multiuser unbound path and create and seed the newly created verges within Bunkers Park, Hemel Hempstead. Chipperfield Common, Chipperfield: The proposal is to undertake the resurfacing of an approx. 1900m multi user unbound path within the woodland; construction of approx. 550m new unbound surfaced paths and construction of two sections of boardwalk totalling 165m in length. The maximum budget for the works is PS430,000 across both sites. Tenders must be submitted via the portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home Suppliers must register to use the portal and will receive alerts for relevant tenders. Tenders received after midday on 24th April will be rejected.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065102-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Aug 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £358,333 |
| Lots value | £358,333 |
| Awards value | £392,930 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | HEMEL HEMPSTEAD |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP1 1DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Dacorum |
| Electoral ward | Hemel Hempstead Town |
| Westminster constituency | Hemel Hempstead |
| Delivery location | TLH23 Hertfordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GROUND CONTROL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45233161 - Footpath construction work

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 11:02 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065102-2026
- 13 Mar 2026 at 10:34 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022786-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065102-2026
  10th July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022786-2026
  13th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/HomeAlltendersmustbesubmittedelectronically
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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