--- title: "NRW All Wales Mountain Bike Trail and Maintenance Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ba93" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ba93" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ba93.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ba93.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NATURAL RESOURCES WALES" published: "2026-06-23" --- # NRW All Wales Mountain Bike Trail and Maintenance Framework Buyer: NATURAL RESOURCES WALES Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ba93 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ba93) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ba93.json) ## Summary Natural Resources Wales is initiating a planned procurement process under the title "NRW All Wales Mountain Bike Trail and Maintenance Framework". The procurement, classified in the industry category of "works", aims to maintain and construct mountain bike trails throughout Wales, addressing both preventative and reactive needs. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a procurement method of open procedure. The project's estimated contract value is £2,000,000 (gross £2,400,000). The contracting period is scheduled from 4th January 2027 to 3rd January 2031, with future notices planned for publication on 3rd August 2026. The procurement encompasses various locations across Wales, supported by Welsh devolved regulations, and is being managed from Cardiff by Natural Resources Wales. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the construction and maintenance sectors, specifically those experienced in recreational area repairs and development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the framework agreement includes suitability for SMEs. With activities spanning maintenance, emergency call-out works, and trail design and construction, this procurement is ideal for firms specialising in outdoor infrastructure, trail management, and environmental work. The framework's structured approach and substantial budget offer potential partners a rewarding opportunity to contribute to and benefit from the enhancement of Wales' recreational infrastructure. ## Notice NRW intends to award a Framework Agreement to support the maintenance of over 500km official NRW mountain bike trails across Wales. The Framework contains two separate Lots, each divided further into geographical sub-Lots. Lot 1 - Mountain Bike Trail Maintenance Works Lot 1 covers the preventative and reactive maintenance activities identified through the regular trail inspection programme. The specification of works includes, but is not limited to: * Maintenance of mountain bike trail tread, trail chassis and trailside features, including de-berming, culvert repairs, ditch clearance, grade dip repairs, and repairs to trail tread and chassis using hand tools, whacker plates, powered wheelbarrows and other plant and equipment as required. This also includes clearance of fall zones and maintenance of the wider trail corridor. * Maintenance of trail corridors and sightlines through vegetation management, including cutting back encroaching vegetation and brashing trailside trees flush to the trunk. * Small-scale installation, maintenance and repair of fencing and motorcycle barriers. Detailed specifications for all works will be agreed in advance between the Contractor and the Lot Manager. * Installation, maintenance and replacement of waymarker posts, interpretation panels, signage and other associated trailside infrastructure. * Small-scale chemical treatment and manual control of weeds and invasive species within car parks and along trail networks. Chemical use must be kept to a minimum, with manual clearance being the preferred method wherever practicable. Written approval from the Project Manager must be obtained prior to any chemical application, including approval of the products to be used and the proposed application method. Chemical usage records and data sheets must be provided by the Contractor following completion of spraying activities. * Emergency call-out works, including outside normal working hours (09:00-17:00, Monday to Friday), for repairs, maintenance activities, route diversions and other urgent operational requirements. Lot 2 - Mountain Bike Trail Design and Construction Lot 2 covers the design and construction of new mountain bike trails and trail sections to the grades specified by the Client. Detailed project-specific requirements will be provided for each commission; however, the scope is expected to include: * Detailed trail design. * Securing all necessary permissions, approvals, consents and licences required for project delivery. * Corridor clearance and construction of trails to the specification and grading requirements defined by the Client. * Testing, commissioning and certification that the completed works are fit for purpose. * Formal handover of completed trails and associated documentation to the Client. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058736-2026 | | Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 3 Aug 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jan 2027 - 3 Jan 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATURAL RESOURCES WALES | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF10 3NQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Cathays | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45233160 - Paths and other metalled surfaces - 45236290 - Repair work on recreational areas ## Release History - 23 Jun 2026 at 07:11 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058736-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058736-2026 23rd June 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://naturalresourceswales.gov.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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