Durrington Pump Track Project Could Cost Up to £180,000

Plans to build a new pump track at Durrington Recreation Ground could involve an investment of up to £180,000, according to a public tender notice published by Durrington Town Council.

The project aims to create a new recreational facility for residents, providing opportunities for children, young people and adults to enjoy cycling and other wheeled sports in a safe and accessible environment.

According to the procurement notice, reference 050260-2026, the council invited contractors to submit proposals for the design and construction of the new pump track at the Recreation Ground in Durrington, near Salisbury.

The estimated contract value is £150,000 excluding VAT, equivalent to £180,000 including VAT.

The council's stated budget range for a standard community pump track was between £100,000 and £150,000 before VAT. However, contractors were also allowed to suggest alternative designs and solutions, provided they demonstrated value for money and long-term sustainability.

The proposed facility is intended to accommodate a range of users, including cyclists, scooter riders and skateboarders. The council also wants the design to consider adaptive cycles and wheelchair users, helping make the facility accessible to people with different abilities.

The plans also include the possibility of a separate, smaller pump track located several metres away from the main facility, specifically designed for younger children.

As part of the project, the successful contractor would be responsible for developing the design, preparing the site, carrying out groundworks, installing suitable surfacing and drainage, and completing associated landscaping.

Additional facilities could include seating, shelter, signage, fencing, bins and lighting, depending on the final design and agreed specification.

Safety is another important part of the project. The council requires the facility to meet recognised safety standards, including an independent professional inspection before it opens to the public.

The contractor would also need to provide appropriate health and safety documentation, maintenance information and a handover process to support the long-term operation of the facility.

The tender was published on 28 May 2026, with the deadline for submissions set for 13 July 2026. The original procurement timetable anticipated a contract starting around September 2026, with completion targeted within 12 to 16 weeks of the contract award.

The tender notice also placed considerable importance on quality, with 60 per cent of the evaluation allocated to quality-related criteria and 40 per cent to price. This included design, accessibility, delivery plans, previous experience and sustainability.

However, the published procurement information does not identify a successful contractor or confirm that the contract has been awarded. The £180,000 figure should therefore be understood as the estimated maximum contract value including VAT, rather than confirmed final spending.

Residents will be able to follow further developments as more information about the project, its final design and construction timetable becomes available.

Source: UK Government Find a Tender Service, Notice 050260-2026, published 28 May 2026.
Notice 050260-2026