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Play Area Surfacing & Equipment (3 x sites), Blandford Forum, Dorset

BLANDFORD FORUM TOWN COUNCIL

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Award

12 Feb 2026 at 16:35

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

08 Jan 2026 at 17:10

Tender Notice
Tender

12 Dec 2025 at 14:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Blandford Forum Town Council is undertaking a procurement process to enhance play areas in Blandford Forum, Dorset. This project, titled "Play Area Surfacing & Equipment (3 x sites)," falls under the industry category of playground equipment, with additional classifications including landscaping work for playgrounds and repair and maintenance services. The procurement stage is currently in the award phase, and the contract period spans from 9th March to 30th June 2026. The Council aims to replace surfacing and play equipment at Langton, Larksmead, and Park Road play areas, providing a significant opportunity for suppliers specialising in playground installations and maintenance within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, with a total contract value awarded of £61,937.84 excluding VAT.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those in the playground equipment and landscaping sectors. The scope of work includes the replacement of surfacing and various types of playground equipment, which could benefit businesses with expertise in manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of playground apparatus. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive solutions, such as sourcing materials, conducting site surveying, and ensuring timely project execution will find this tender appealing. The procurement is tailored to SMEs, providing them a competitive platform to supply high-quality products and services to the Council, thus fostering potential growth and reinforcing industry reputation through successful completion of public sector projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Play Area Surfacing & Equipment (3 x sites), Blandford Forum, Dorset

Notice Description

The Town Council is seeking tenders for works to be carried out at the following three play area sites. Langton Play Area (on-street parking): * Replacement Surfacing under the following items of play equipment: Toddler Swing, Spring Rocker & Multi-Play Tower Unit (NB: basket swing removed from this). * Removal and disposal of existing edgings * Removal and disposal of existing surface * Regrade of subbase level and compact * Supply and install new surfacing * Supply and install new wear pads under swing seats * Large Multipurpose play equipment - Replace Grass Mats with new. Replacement Equipment: * Removal and disposal of existing balance bar (part of the fitness trail), and installation of new. Larksmead Play Area (parking on site): * Replacement Surfacing under the following items of play equipment: Toddler Swing and Basket Swing Set, Spinner, Sit-On Spinner, Junior Swing and See-Saw. Please note this does not include two items of equipment (tower unit and springer with darker surfacing shown in an accompanying document at Appendix A). * Removal and disposal of existing edgings * Removal and disposal of existing surface * Regrade of subbase level and compact * Supply and install new surfacing * Supply and install new wear pads under swing seats Replacement Equipment: * Removal and disposal of existing Seesaw and installation of new Seesaw. * Removal and disposal of existing quad springer and installation of new similar multi-user unit. * Removal and disposal of existing flat swing seats x 2 and replaced with new. * Replacement of cradle swing x 1 (including seat, shackles and chains, but not frame). Park Road Play Area (parking on site): * Replacement Surfacing under the following items of play equipment: Toddler Swings, Spinning Bowl, Springer and New Multi Play unit. * Removal and disposal of existing edgings * Removal and disposal of existing surface * Regrade of subbase level and compact * Supply and install new surfacing * Supply and install new wear pads under swing seats Replacement Equipment: * Removal and disposal of existing Tower Multi-Play Unit, to be replaced by a similar unit. * Replacement of existing cradle swing with new (including seat, shackles and chains, but not frame). Please see Appendix A for location plans and images. Please see Appendix B for further information, including details of how to apply.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-322bcd29-dfd1-4b92-a1bf-26f0feab277c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/021f6d15-381a-40c0-9bd2-b012217a7083
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

37535250 - Playground see saws

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,937 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 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
BLANDFORD FORUM TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Linda Scott-Giles
Contact Email
linda@blandfordforum-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01258 454500

Buyer Location

Locality
BLANDFORD FORUM
Postcode
DT11 7AD
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Blandford
Westminster Constituency
North Dorset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MINISTRY OF PLAY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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