Award

Town Centre Play Train

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

22 Jul 2024 at 08:13

Award Notice
Tender

29 Apr 2024 at 19:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council, based in Ashford, England, has completed the procurement process for the "Town Centre Play Train" project. This project, categorised under Playground Equipment (CPV code 37535200), involves the design, supply, and installation of a play train to enhance dwell time in Ashford Town Centre, thereby supporting small local businesses. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure below the threshold, with the tender period ending on June 11, 2024, and the contract awarded on July 19, 2024. The contract period spans from July 19, 2024, to September 30, 2024. The total value of the project is £100,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment design and installation, particularly those experienced in creating playful, family-friendly urban spaces. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts, given the Council's focus on supporting small local businesses. The awarded contract to KOMPAN LIMITED, a company noted for its size and suitability, highlights the Council's commitment to collaborating with proficient suppliers in fostering community engagement through innovative installations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Town Centre Play Train

Notice Description

PLAYTRAIN/24/1 Ashford Borough Council is looking to procure a contractor for the design, supply and installation of a play train to help improve dwell time in Ashford Town Centre. This feature is to be built on a planter and to create a playful space to encourage families to spend more time in the high street supporting small local businesses. Procurement documentation can be downloaded from the Kent Business Portal https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14c6f76b-9b60-4edb-931b-8a2b5311f5ed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£81,221 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jul 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1PL
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KOMPAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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