Scope
Description
South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) is seeking to appoint a contractor to carry out works to continue the extension of the Centurion Way combined footway and cycle way, from Cucumber Farm to Littlewood Bridge, including the replacement of Littlewood Bridge.
Total value (estimated)
- £720,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 April 2026 to 30 September 2026
- 5 months, 25 days
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Alternative Surface for Steep Gradient Option:
We recognise that there is a possibility that on gradients exceeding 5%, the specified path surface may not be resilient against erosion. There are three sections within the specified route where the gradient exceed 5%.
We would welcome any ideas/solutions that bidders would contribute. Any proposed solution(s) could feature permeable, porous semi-bound or bound surfaces, and ideally incorporate natural or recycled materials to harmonise with the woodland's natural rural landscape. Any suggestions given are for information only and they will not form part of the evaluation of bids, and may not be taken up post contract award. Post award, should the project team wish to explore the successful bidder's proposed solution, this aspect will be treated as a contractor's design item under Clause 14.3 of the NEC4 contract, and will trigger a compensation event.
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45221100 - Construction work for bridges
- 45233161 - Footpath construction work
- 45233162 - Cycle path construction work
- 45233253 - Surface work for footpaths
Contract locations
- UKJ - South East (England)
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
19 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
A Delivery Team and Structure 10%
B Methodology 25%
C Programming 15%
D Identification and mitigation of risks 5%
E Sustainability 5%
F Price 40%
Details of scoring methdology are contained within the ITT.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
South Downs National Park Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJDL-9528-MNGZ
South Downs Centre, North Street
Midhurst
GU29 9DH
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@southdowns.gov.uk
Website: https://www.southdowns.gov.uk
Region: UKJ27 - West Sussex (South West)
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
PROJECT CENTRE LIMITED
Summary of their role in this procurement: Architect, assessing tenders, contract management
- Companies House: 02625312
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJBJ-5446-MGYY
Rutland House 8th Floor
Birmingham
B3 2JR
United Kingdom
Region: UKG31 - Birmingham