Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cf1-fe32-7009-a39a-90f2607b0f40/create-a-new-woodland-footpath-approx-425m-long-18m-wide-self-binding-finish-wi closed GB negotiated without publication procedure Suitable for SMEs # Create a new woodland footpath approx 425m long 1.8m wide self-binding finish with associated fencing, gates and some vegetation removal and levelling required in Fairford Gloucestershire [Fairford Town Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/fairford-town-council) Estimated value Not stated Published 27 Sept 2024 Deadline Closed 1 Nov 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender ### Leafield road woods footpath improvements As part of the Access to the Countryside remit, the Town Council is looking to improve the unofficial path that has been worn through the woodland and create a bonded surfaced path with appropriate fencing, gates and edging. The path will create a direct route to the primary school field and links to Leafield Road. Scope of works: In order to create the best possible surface in terms of accessibility, guidelines set out in the "by all reasonable means" guidance provided through Glos. PROW will be followed. Total length of path approximately 425m - contractors are encouraged to do their own measurements. Width of the path to be 1.8m and reducing to no less than 1.5m if required due to tree location Finished path level will be approximately 100mm above existing ground level ensuring no gradient exceeds 1:10. The path will be constructed on with a weed suppressing membrane, DOT Type 1, finished depth to a minimum 100mm. Path surface finished with compacted self-binding gravel 50-75mm with a camber of 1:40 fall to either side of the path. All timber edging and stakes to be pressure treated with a minimum 10yr guarantee. Timber edging to be 6/2 timber with timber stakes to be located at a maximum of 900mm centres and all board joints. 2no. Passing-bay to be positioned centrally along the length of the path. Existing slopes from the wooded path to the pavement on Leafield Road are to be graded to meet PROW requirements. A new stock fence and 12-foot farm gate to be installed across existing rugby field (approx. 15m). Vegetation & ground clearance and grading work will be required. Location: ### Fairford, Gloucestershire W3W start of path ///sketching.mouths.presses [w3w.co](https://w3w.co/sketching.mouths.presses) ### How to apply Important dates: • Tenders to be submitted by 01.11.2024 17.00 • Site visits are encouraged and can be arranged Monday - Friday 9.100am - 1.00pm by emailing or calling 01285712344 • Contractor notified within 14 days of submission deadline. • Work to be completed by 31st March 2025. Read full description ## CPV classification Site preparation work Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/c48f36e0-bffd-4db0-aa54-504ca8fb617f) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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