Tender

New Village Playground

AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL

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Tender

20 Jun 2025 at 10:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Akeley Parish Council is undertaking an active procurement process to commission the design, supply, and installation of new playground equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, located at MK18 5HB. This project, titled "New Village Playground," falls under the Recreational, Cultural, and Sporting Services category and is valued at £80,000. The procurement is at the Tender stage, with an open procedure (above threshold) as the method. Interested parties must apply by the deadline of 31st July 2025. The installation is set to begin on 1st March 2026, with completion by 1st May 2026. Businesses are required to comply with API standards, focusing on imaginative and inclusive play equipment for children up to 12 years old.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for companies specialising in recreational equipment, particularly those experienced in producing innovative and inclusive designs. The project encourages small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate, given the suitability criteria. Businesses with expertise in playground surfacing and those capable of delivering comprehensive design and installation services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Such involvement not only enhances business growth through public sector collaborations but also boosts portfolios with community-focused initiatives. To apply or request further details, contacting the Akeley Parish Council Clerk, Isabelle Hamilton, is necessary.

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Notice Information

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4058a34b-337e-4a6b-9abf-ec498ec1d4da
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7e439d6-f72a-4c38-81fd-14e7938efebe
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

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 1 May 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
AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Isabelle Hamilton
Contact Email
parishclerk@akeleyparishcouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07704787772

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

Further Information

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