Competition with a shortlist
Competitive procedure with a selection stage: suppliers were shortlisted before being invited to bid.
Key facts
- Supplier
- R.W. Services Ltd SME
- Value
- £75,452.51
- Procedure
- Call-off from a framework agreement
- Sector
- Construction work · Surface work for footpaths (CPV 45233253)
- Region
- West Midlands
- Official notice
- View on Contracts Finder
- Timeline
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- Contract date28 Feb 2024
- Published7 Mar 2025Published 373 days after the contract date
Description
The Fordrough is a designated off-road private owned public right of way. Historical records show that The Fordrough originated as an old farm track, with maps dating back to 1899 - 1913 highlighting the route's passage through Ley Hill Farm. Currently, the route serves as an off-road pathway connecting the Four Oaks Road to the Lichfield Road. The route provides direct access from the Four Oaks Road to the local centre of Mere Green. Despite its popularity, the quality of the route means it is not accessible for all users. The path is characterised by poorly surfaced sections with loose gravel, resulting in an unpleasant walking experience, particularly for individuals with disabilities, who find mobility aids, such as wheelchairs, impeded by the unstable surface. To address these concerns, a proposal has been put forward to upgrade the Fordrough route from Lichfield Road, across the railway line and Irnham Road, stopping at the point where the Fordrough turns into a private road. Th…
About the supplier
R.W. Services Ltd: every public contract they have won, plus their Companies House record (company 07640901).