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Design & Build of New Toddler, Junior & Teen Play Area, Tardy Gate Playing Field, Lostock Hall, Preston PR5 5JJ

SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the design and build of a new play area for toddlers, juniors, and teens at the Tardy Gate Playing Field in Lostock Hall, Preston, has been overseen by South Ribble Borough Council. The procurement falls under the industry category of playground equipment, with a budget set at £265,000. The procurement method employed was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, specifically Lot 2 of the ESPO Framework 115_21. The contract was awarded to Proludic Ltd and spans from 6th May 2025 to 4th July 2025. The procurement process reached the award update stage in May 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, given their indicated suitability for the project. Businesses specialising in design and installation of playground equipment and flatwork for children's play areas are well-suited to compete for such contracts. By leveraging framework agreements, similar tenders can offer a streamlined path to contribute to public infrastructure projects, thereby expanding business portfolios within the services category.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design & Build of New Toddler, Junior & Teen Play Area, Tardy Gate Playing Field, Lostock Hall, Preston PR5 5JJ

Notice Description

The project involves the design and build of a new play area suitable for toddlers, juniors and teens including the removal of existing equipment and surfacing at Tardy Gate Playing Field, Lostock Hall, Preston PR5 5JJ. South Ribble Borough Council's set budget for this project is PS265,000. Bids over the set budget will be rejected. In this present instance, the Customer is issuing this Invitation to Tender as a Further Competition under Lot 2 of ESPO Framework 115_21.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/286425ed-f71f-486b-a505-7144259f786f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£265,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£265,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
5 May 2025 - 4 Jul 2025 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
SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEYLAND
Postcode
PR25 1DH
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Ribble
Electoral Ward
Broadfield
Westminster Constituency
South Ribble

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROLUDIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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