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GS162 - Lightwoods Park Play Area Project - AWARD

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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27 Feb 2026 at 14:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, completed by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, focused on the GS162 - Lightwoods Park Play Area Project. This procurement falls under the works category, specifically targeting repair work on recreational areas, with additional classifications related to concrete repair work and maintenance services. Based in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, the council awarded the contract through an open procedure. Wicksteed Leisure Ltd will refurbish the play area, supply new equipment meeting BS EN standards, and undertake associated tasks, including fencing and painting. The award decision was published on 27th February 2026, with the contract period running from 1st March to 15th May 2026.

This tender opens opportunities for businesses within the repair and maintenance industries that specialise in recreational facilities. Companies that can supply and install play equipment adhering to the specified standards and complete related works will find this project suitable. Though not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises with expertise in public parks and leisure area refurbishments can benefit from the tender's scope and requirements. Wicksteed Leisure Ltd has already been engaged for this project, highlighting the competitive nature of this sector in public procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GS162 - Lightwoods Park Play Area Project - AWARD

Notice Description

TITLE OF PROJECT: GS162 - Lightwoods Park Play Area Project BRIEF DESCRIPTION Sandwell MBC invites a quotation for the following refurbishment of Lightwoods Park Play Area: Refurbish old play equipment and associated surfaces. Supply & install new play equipment as per specifications and all BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards. Supply & install safety surface to comply with specifications and all BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards. Undertake all associated specified works including, fencing, painting etc The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 16th February 2026 at 15:00hrs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d57bca4a-e0ce-4895-9b97-b54f67091c35
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

45236290 - Repair work on recreational areas

45262330 - Concrete repair work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 15 May 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3BS
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WICKSTEED LEISURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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