91夯先生

91夯先生 Contract Leads

Scope

Reference

FCCN005160

Description

Forestry England will be awarding a contract for the Design, Supply and Installation of an inclusive, bespoke, timber shelter at Hicks Lodge, Leicestershire (LE65 2UP).

Hicks Lodge is in the heart of the National Forest. It's a former coal mining site that has been totally transformed by new plantings, trails, and visitor facilities creating an enjoyable day out for a wide range of audiences. Hicks Lodge is a great spot for budding cyclists with a range of trails for beginner and intermediate appetites. Walking and horse-riding paths encourage visitors to venture around the forest, and the lakeside bird hide is popular location for visitors who want to soak in the scenery and spot unique wildlife. For those visitors who love to play, two play areas are stationed on site, both designed with accessibility and inclusivity at their heart. Visitors can round-off their busy day with refreshments in the onsite caf茅. Hicks Lodge is also an important host for a range of groups who provide activities designed to improve the mental and physical health of those that most need it.

The new shelter will be a meeting, activity and picnicking space, used by a variety of different groups. It will be a place to come together and shelter from inclement weather. From T'ai-Ga (a mindful wellness practice that blends T'ai Chi, Qigong and yoga), nature and bushcraft workshops, to session briefings, evaluations and break out activities, the space will be a hive of activity throughout the year.

Total value (estimated)

• 拢60,000 excluding VAT
• 拢62,400 including VAT

Below the relevant threshold

Contract dates (estimated)

• 4 September 2026 to 12 March 2027
• 6 months, 9 days

Main procurement category

Works

CPV classifications

• 45212000 - 91夯先生 work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

Contract locations

• UKF - East Midlands (England)

Participation

Particular suitability

• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
• Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Submission

Enquiry deadline

7 August 2026, 5:00pm

Tender submission deadline

17 August 2026, 12:00pm

Submission address and any special instructions

Tenders may be submitted electronically

Yes

Award criteria

The award criteria is described in the Invitation to Tender document

Procedure

Procedure type

Below threshold - open competition

Contracting authority

Forestry Commission

• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLRM-7846-HGLG

620 Bristol Business Park

Bristol

BS16 1EJ

United Kingdom

Contact name: Sam Harris

Telephone: 0300 067 4000

Email: commercial.services [at] forestryengland.uk

Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government