Separate Cycle Path on Molenkampsweg in Brakel

Summary

The contract covers construction of a separate cycle path along Molenkampsweg in Brakel and widening part of Kooiweg. The works include traffic management and site setup, removal of existing surfaces and structures, partial filling and excavation of ditches, earthworks, retaining walls, culverts and stormwater drainage, paving and kerbs, road markings, signs and landscaping. The notice specifies approximately 2,090 m of new segregated cycle path, renewal of 9,500 m² of asphalt surfacing, 575 m of retaining wall, 640 m of stormwater sewer and 200 m of culvert pipes. Under the tender instructions, the works must be completed by 1 December 2027; the delay penalty is EUR 1,000 per day. Bids must be submitted electronically by 10:00 on 2 November 2026 and will be ranked by lowest price. The contract is not divided into lots, and alternative bids are not allowed. Bidders must submit the required signed bid documents and demonstrate relevant experience through references for roadworks and retaining-wall construction. The required value for the roadworks reference is inconsistent in the documents: one section sets a minimum of EUR 700,000 and the appendix sets a minimum of EUR 1,500,000, both excluding VAT. The applicable threshold should be verified in the tender documents.