This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 May 2026 at 19:03

Tender

20 Jun 2025 at 10:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "New Village Playground" project, managed by Akeley Parish Council, involves the design, supply, and installation of play area equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, Buckingham, postcode MK18 5HB. The tender, classified under the 'Recreational, cultural and sporting services' industry category, commenced with the tender publication on 20th June 2025 and concluded its tender period on 31st July 2025. The procurement followed an open procedure method, aiming to finalise the preferred supplier in January 2026, with completion anticipated by May 2026. As of 16th May 2026, the contract was awarded to HAGSPLAY LTD, valued at £118,464.91, with the contract functionality designed to benefit those up to 12 years old. The tender was intended for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in recreational and sporting services, particularly those experienced in designing inclusive play equipment environments for children. Companies that can provide innovative and durable play solutions adhering to the standards of the Association of Play Industries are well-suited to bid for such contracts. The focus on imagination and inclusivity in the project opens avenues for businesses with expertise in creating engaging and diverse play experiences, thus helping them expand their portfolio in community development projects.

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Notice Title

New Village Playground

Notice Description

Akeley Parish Council (APC) is seeking a company to design, supply and install play area equipment meeting the standards of the API (Association of Play Industries) at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB on the provisions as set out in this document. The location of the site is Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB The aim is to decide on a preferred supplier and to place an order in January 2026, for an installation as soon as possible thereafter. This project requires the supply and installation of new play equipment (ages up to 12 years) including play area surfacing. The Council will, where possible, retain any existing viable play equipment. The principal focus of the new play equipment is imagination and inclusivity, providing play items for the up to 12-year-old age group. Apply in writing to: Akeley Parish Council Clerk, Isabelle Hamilton, Fair View, Barton Hartshorn, Buckingham, MK18 4JU Or to apply or to request full tender document please email: playground@akeleyparishcouncil.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/166a7baa-118f-40fa-87d6-70130bfdbf8b
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£118,464 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BUCKINGHAM
Postcode
MK18 4JU
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Buckingham West
Westminster Constituency
Buckingham and Bletchley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAGSPLAY

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