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Design and Build Contract for the Redevelopment of Rowley Park Play Area in Stafford

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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14 Apr 2026 at 06:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the redevelopment of Rowley Park Play Area in Stafford has concluded with an award. Staffordshire County Council, acting as the buyer, sought a company to manage the design, supply, and installation of playground equipment, ground works, and landscaping, as part of the redevelopment. The project, classified under the industry category of playground equipment and landscaping work for playgrounds, aims to transform Rowley Park into a flagship inclusive destination. The selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement via a competitive process. The tender period ended on 16 March 2026, with the contract period set to commence on 8 June 2026 and conclude on 5 February 2027. Wicksteed Leisure Ltd has been awarded the contract valued at £574,531.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, landscape architecture, and equipment design and installation. With an emphasis on creating an inclusive and attractive park that appeals to local and Borough-wide residents, businesses with expertise in advanced playground facilities and community-centric designs stand to benefit. The project’s focus on comprehensive project management, coupled with the need for a fully managed service including coordination with the Development Management Section, positions businesses that offer integrated design and build solutions in a favourable position to compete effectively in such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and Build Contract for the Redevelopment of Rowley Park Play Area in Stafford

Notice Description

Stafford Borough Council (SBC) is seeking to commission a suitably qualified and experienced company for the project management, design, supply and installation of all material, ground works, surfacing, landscaping, and reinstatement. The contract will include the preparation and submission of a planning application for all required items as outlined in this specification. The planning application requirements will be determined by the Development Management Section following submission of the tender documentation. The successful applicant for this tender will be appointed to act as the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, herein after referred to as 'CDM Regs'. The successful applicant must be able to provide a fully managed service regarding the contract and provide one main point of contact within the organisation who will project manage the contract. The Councils overarching vision for Rowley Park is to create a flagship inclusive, main destination type park that will attract both local and Borough wide residents. It is hoped the park will eventually be able to rival other main parks such as Victoria Park in Stafford and Westbridge Park in Stone, with its own unique offering Further Competition via Kent County Council Playground, Fitness and Sports and Leisure Facilities Framework Agreement (Lot One)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-287620ea-c042-4137-b978-3135824cb9e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39b03e79-78ef-4a4c-8cf7-b38cc0fadd15
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
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

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£574,531 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£574,531 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 5 Feb 2027 6-12 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
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WICKSTEED LEISURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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