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Redevelopment of Austhorp Grove Play Area

COTTESMORE PARISH COUNCIL

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30 Jun 2026 at 16:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cottesmore Parish Council is conducting an active tender process for the redevelopment of the Austhorp Grove Play Area, located in Cottesmore, England. This procurement falls under the industry categories of park and playground equipment, recreation installations, and erection of fencing, all classified with CPV codes. The tender is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure method. Interested companies are invited to submit two design proposals by 31st July 2026, with contract work scheduled to begin on 1st April 2027 and conclude by 1st August 2027. The procurement aims to transform the play area into a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community space, with budgets set at under £300,000 and £150,000 for the larger and smaller designs respectively.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specialising in playground and park development, especially those capable of designing engaging environments, to expand their portfolio. The process is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), fostering equal opportunities in line with community priorities outlined in the Cottesmore Play Areas Community Survey. Companies will have the option to present proposals directly to the public, providing visibility and potential for future work within the community-focused playground redevelopment initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Redevelopment of Austhorp Grove Play Area

Notice Description

The purpose of this project is to redevelop the existing play area at Austhorp Grove, Cottesmore, to provide a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for children of all ages and abilities. This redevelopment will address the key priorities identified in the 2025 Cottesmore Play Areas Community Survey, ensuring that the site becomes a vibrant and well-used community space. Proposals: We wish for each company to submit two designs; one for a larger budget (under PS300,00) and one smaller budget (under PS150,000) by the 31st of July 2026 and the parks group will make shortlist and invite those companies to a presentation/consultation event in which each company will be a given a stand to present their ideas to the Cottesmore public who will then be asked to vote. Where: Google code 'P85H+H96 Oakham' 52deg42'32.1"N 0deg40'17.8"W What3Words ///improves.sofas.reputable

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f79342f0-30e7-4154-bb88-623c06501ff0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

37535000 - Roundabouts, swings, shooting galleries and other fairground amusements

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45212140 - Recreation installation

45342000 - Erection of fencing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 1 Aug 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COTTESMORE PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
-
Postcode
LE15 7DB
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rutland
Electoral Ward
Cottesmore
Westminster Constituency
Rutland and Stamford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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