---
title: "W761 - Pre-construction works for the demolition of Darley Mills Bridge"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0669f1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DERBY CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-13"
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# W761 - Pre-construction works for the demolition of Darley Mills Bridge

Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0669f1

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## Summary

Derby City Council has completed the procurement process titled "W761 - Pre-construction works for the demolition of Darley Mills Bridge," under the industry category of construction-related services. This contract was awarded as a direct procurement method without competition due to its below threshold status, aligning with the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. The contract, valued at £95,000 excluding VAT, commenced on 16 March 2026 and will conclude by 31 July 2026. The supplier awarded the contract is CAWARDEN CO. LIMITED, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Lichfield, UK. This award signifies the completion stage of this procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction-related services, particularly those capable of providing precision demolition and pre-construction works. As Derby City Council continues to develop its infrastructure, companies with expertise in technical demolition operations might find substantial opportunities for growth. Businesses with a focus on collaborative projects with government bodies and public authorities are well-suited to pursue similar opportunities in this sector, especially those that are SMEs and have experience working within sub-central government contracts. The contract details highlight the importance of SMEs in contributing to local government initiatives, fostering business growth through public sector collaboration.

## Notice

This contract is for the pre-Construction works for the demolition of Darley Mills Bridge.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023033-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £95,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DERBY CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 2FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAWARDEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71500000 - Construction-related services

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 14:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023033-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023033-2026
  13th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cawarden.com
- https://www.derby.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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