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Provision & Installation of 3 New Play Areas

BANBURY TOWN COUNCIL

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13 Jul 2026 at 16:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Banbury Town Council is currently in the tender stage for a project titled "Provision & Installation of 3 New Play Areas," aiming to develop children's play areas in Banbury, Oxfordshire. This open procurement, classified under the industry category of "Construction structures and materials," has a tender period closing on 28th August 2026 at midday. The contract, valued at £200,000, is set to commence on 1st October 2026 and conclude by the end of November 2026. Potential bidders should possess relevant expertise in play space design and installation, with the invitation extended particularly to those within the Association of Play Industries.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses adept in construction and materials supply specific to play area settings. Companies that specialise in children's equipment, safety surfacing, and related installations are well-suited to compete for this contract. The project requires a comprehensive approach to design and functional execution, promising potential advancements in local business portfolios and reinforcing industry capabilities in public recreational spaces. Participation in this contract can enhance industry presence and serve as a springboard for future municipal projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision & Installation of 3 New Play Areas

Notice Description

The Council is looking for a company to design, supply and install three new children's play areas in Banbury, Oxfordshire. The project is to provide play equipment, furniture, fencing and safety surfacing catering for a range of age groups. If you are member of the Association of Play Play Industries and have experience of creating exciting new play spaces, we would like to hear from you. To formally register your interest in this contract, please apply by contacting info@banbury.gov.uk - Quoting 2026/PLAY AREAS/HVP/WP/GR.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aec0c791-f60b-4cab-9d47-5b8aa2635157
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Nov 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
BANBURY TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BANBURY
Postcode
OX16 5QB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Banbury Cross and Neithrop
Westminster Constituency
Banbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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