--- title: "Cherry Tree Allotments Expansion" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d047" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d047" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d047.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d047.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-21" --- # Cherry Tree Allotments Expansion Buyer: WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d047 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d047) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d047.json) ## Summary Watford Borough Council is inviting expressions of interest for the "Cherry Tree Allotments Expansion" project, located in Berry Avenue, Watford, WD24 6ST, under the industry category of construction works. This procurement process, at the tender stage, seeks to restore a plot of approximately 3500m2 to its former use as allotment gardens. The project is currently progressing through RIBA Stages 3 and 4, with an anticipated commencement date on 2 November 2026, aiming for a construction duration of 10-12 weeks. Interested organisations must complete the necessary questionnaire and submit supporting documents by 1pm on 28 July 2026. The chosen procurement method is an open competition under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in construction work, particularly those with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises. By participating in this project, contractors can gain valuable experience in municipal development projects and establish a working relationship with Watford Borough Council. The contract, valued at approximately £400,000 with a total gross amount of £480,000, offers potential for growth in the public sector market. Businesses that can deliver high-quality work within the specified timeframe, and have the capacity to address the social value component of the project, will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. ## Notice Watford Borough Council is seeking expression of interest from suppliers for the expansion of Cherry Tree Allotments, Berry Avenue, Watford, WD24 6ST. In summary the expansion will entail the development of plot of land of approximately 3500m2 to the east of and adjoining the established and operating allotment site. Historically the land to be developed formed part of the allotment gardens but was converted to car park usage for the neighbouring commercial plot. Following change of use of the commercial building to residential use, the car park plot was returned to Watford Borough Council and will reinstated to its former use as allotments. The project is currently progressing through RIBA Stage 3 and 4 of design development. An early conceptual master plan scheme for the proposed allotments is attached to give a reasonable initial understanding of the project. Our intention is publish an invitation to tender in August and award contract w/c 26 October 2026 with target start on site date of 2 November 2026. We anticipate the construction duration to be approximately 10-12 weeks. Should your organisation be interested in the requirements outlined above and have capacity to perform the works in accordance with the project timescale, then please respond to this invitation, completing the standard questionnaire and providing the required supporting information by 1pm Tuesday 28th July 2026. 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For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Watford:-Construction-work./UV7UCM6D4A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/UV7UCM6D4A ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068894-2026 | | 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 | 21 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Oct 2026 - 15 Oct 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £400,000 | | Lots value | £400,000 | | 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 | WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WATFORD | | Post town | Watford | | Postcode | WD17 3EX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | Watford | | Electoral ward | Park | | Westminster constituency | Watford | | Delivery location | TLH23 Hertfordshire CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 21 Jul 2026 at 16:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068894-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068894-2026 21st July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/UV7UCM6D4A - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Watford:-Construction-work./UV7UCM6D4A - 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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