Tender

Parsons Close - Splash Park Refurbishment

LEIGHTON LINSLADE TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Sep 2025 at 13:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leighton Linslade Town Council is initiating a procurement process for the refurbishment of the Splash Park located at Parsons Close Recreation Ground, LU7 1AD. This opportunity falls under the Construction work industry category, with an open procurement method above the threshold. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, and interested contractors must submit a pre-qualification questionnaire and a detailed quotation by 9 am on 24th October 2025. A preferred supplier will be selected after a series of presentations on 5th November 2025, with the contract commencement scheduled from January to March 2026, ensuring the Splash Park is ready to reopen by 1st May 2026. The contract value is estimated between £125,000 and £150,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the construction sector, seeking to expand their portfolio by engaging in public infrastructure projects. Companies specialising in recreational space upgrades, surface refurbishment, and ecological sustainability will find this project particularly aligned with their capabilities. The open procurement method welcomes a diverse range of contractors to participate, incentivising inclusive designs and solutions that promote environmental efficiency and public usability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Parsons Close - Splash Park Refurbishment

Notice Description

Leighton-Linslade Town Council wishes to appoint a Splash Park Contractor to refurbish our current Splash Park located in Parsons Close Recreation Ground, LU7 1AD. Please complete the attached pre-qualification questionnaire (PQQ) along with a detailed quotation for the works required (as described below) The Town Council will then shortlist providers following these submissions. The successful providers will then be invited to present to Council Members on 5th November 2025. This presentation will be a max 15min PowerPoint Presentation and then 15min Q&A. The deadline for your PQQ and formal quotation is 9am on 24th October 2025 Requirements for the Splash Park; * To address the crumbling surface of the existing area. * To address the issue of increased detritus getting into the current filtration system and therefore increasing the current chemical usage and wear and tear on plant room operations. * To provide within your quotation the estimated savings on chemicals, water and electricity by choosing your suggestions. * To consider revamping the play features thus bringing new and exciting features to the public of our town. * To promote inclusivity to our Splash Park considering access and egress for all. * To increase the longevity of this much needed attraction in our town and help to reduce its carbon and ecological footprint. A preferred supplier recommendation from the presentations phase will be put to Full Council on 24th November 2025. The successful provider will then be notified following this. Interested parties may contact Rich Davis, Head of Grounds and Environmental Services on 07960873551 or by email Richard.davis@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk Contract to commence January 2026-March 2026. All Splash Park works must be completed in time to reopen the Splash Park from 1st May 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f057f7e-b649-438c-b6fa-5e9fbcc02457
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 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
LEIGHTON LINSLADE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEIGHTON BUZZARD
Postcode
LU7 1HD
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Leighton-Linslade North
Westminster Constituency
Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

Further Information

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