Footpath Upgrade in WLNR
About This Opportunity
Works contract award: Footpath Upgrade in WLNR. By Hedge End Town Council in United Kingdom, construction & civil works. Awarded to Marlow Groundworks (GBP.
This is a works contract in the construction and civil works sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 42,500.
Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the construction and civil works sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Hedge End Town Council (HETC) invites tenders for the upgrade and resurfacing of
a permissive footpath within Wildern Local Nature Reserve, Hedge End.
The project requires the construction of an all-weather footpath surfaced with selfbinding
gravel, designed to be sympathetic to the ecological setting of the reserve.
Works will include the careful management of surface tree roots and, where
necessary, the installation of raised walkways to protect sensitive habitats and
ensure accessibility.
1. Tender Process
1.1 Hedge End Town Council wishes to employ a Principal Contractor to carry out
the supply and installation of approximately 350m of woodland path, boardwalk
and associated drainage.
1.2 Tenderers are required to submit a fixed price lump sum tender on the Form of
Tender provided in this document.
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1.3 Tenders should be returned either in a sealed envelope bearing no company
identification and marked "TENDER FOR Footpath Upgrade in Wildern Local
Nature Reserve" to the Town Clerk, 2000 Centre, St John's Road, Hedge End,
Southampton, SO30 4AF, or submitted via email to townclerk@hedgeendtc.
gov.uk. All submissions must be received by 2 February 2026 (noon).
1.4 Hedge End Town Council does not bind itself to accept any tender. The Council
reserves the right to delete any items from the tender should the tender exceed
the budget. No payment will be made in respect of any expense incurred by the
tenderers in submitting a tender.
1.5 Tenderers should liaise with Brett Athow, Operations Manager - Tel: 01489
780440 or opsmanager@hedgeend-tc.gov.uk during the tender period regarding
any queries or concerns on the content of this specification.
1.6 The successful contractor will need to show the following at the time they submit
a tender:
• A copy of your certificate of public liability insurance
• A copy of your company's Health and Safety policy.
• Evidence and two references of previous experience on similar
sites.
• Environ. CPV: Surface work for footpaths (45233253). Procedure: Open procedure (above threshold). Suitable for SMEs
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on December 23, 2025. Last refreshed 8 days ago. Reference: Wildern Local Nature Reserve (WLNR). BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Hedge End Town Council
Hedge End Town Council has issued 5 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 4 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Architecture & Engineering Services, and Urban Development & Housing. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: April 2, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference Wildern Local Nature Reserve (WLNR) when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Marlow Groundworks. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Hedge End Town Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Works contract in the Construction & Civil Works sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Marlow Groundworks was awarded the contract for £34,944. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
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