---
title: "Invitation to Tender for the Construction of Gillett Playing Fields Sports Pavilion"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068152"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CHORLEY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-13"
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# Invitation to Tender for the Construction of Gillett Playing Fields Sports Pavilion

Buyer: CHORLEY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068152

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## Summary

Chorley Council is inviting tenders for the construction of a new sports pavilion at Gillett Playing Fields in Heath Charnock, Chorley. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, and it falls under the construction industry category, with a focus on works. This project involves building a single-storey pavilion with necessary external works, requiring contractors to provide design services for mechanical and electrical systems as well as steel fabrication details. The submission deadline for tenders is set for 26th May 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 3rd August 2026 and conclude on 8th February 2027. The procurement method is open competition, allowing interested suppliers to express their interest through The Chest portal.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those capable of delivering both traditional build and design services. Businesses specialising in mechanical and electrical design, as well as steel fabrication, will find this contract especially relevant. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the suitability assessment supports their involvement. The contract places a heavy emphasis on quality and social value, alongside competitive pricing, making it an ideal project for companies looking to enhance their portfolio with community-focused construction achievements.

## Notice

The project involves the construction of a single storey sports pavilion with associated external works on a site on the periphery of the well-established sports ground at Gillett Playing Fields, Long Lane, Heath Charnock, Chorley, PR6 9EF. The project is procured under a traditional contract but with contractor's design for the Mechanical and Electrical services along with the steel fabrication details. The contractor shall appoint appropriate sub-contractors to carry out their work, and all cost should be included within the tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033435-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 8 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | CHORLEY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHORLEY |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR7 1AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD47 Chorley and West Lancashire |
| Local authority | Chorley |
| Electoral ward | Chorley North West |
| Westminster constituency | Chorley |
| Delivery location | TLD47 Chorley and West Lancashire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2026 at 15:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033435-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033435-2026
  13th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk/

## Provenance

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