Notice Information
Notice Title
Lower Cambourne Playpark works
Notice Description
Introduction Cambourne Town Council ("the Council") wishes to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to undertake refurbishment works at the Lower Cambourne Play Area. Prospective Contractors are invited to submit a quotation to meet the Council's requirements as set out within this document and the accompanying play park upgrade brief. 2. Project Overview The Council is seeking to upgrade the Lower Cambourne Play Area to provide: * Improved infrastructure * Enhanced and modernised play equipment * Increased play value and opportunities The Council has allocated funding as part of its commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of residents. The appointed Contractor will be expected to work collaboratively with the Council to deliver a high-quality, inclusive, and engaging play space. 3. Design Principles Inclusivity and accessibility are central to the Council's objectives. The Contractor must demonstrate: * Experience in delivering inclusive and accessible play environments * Consideration of a wide range of ages and abilities * Innovative design solutions that maximise play value A meeting prior tender submission is crucial to ensure that the Councils vision for this play park is understood. Please contact Clerk@cambournetowncouncil.gov.uk 4. Scope of Works The works will include (but are not limited to): * Design and installation of new play equipment * Landscaping and associated infrastructure works * Removal and safe disposal of all existing play equipment and associated services * Recycling and reuse of materials where practicable, including potential relocation of serviceable equipment to alternative sites (subject to agreement with the Council) 5. Community Engagement The Contractor will be required to support public consultation as part of the design process: * Two public consultation events shall be held: o One following the development of the initial design proposal o A second follow-up consultation, if required, to incorporate and respond to public feedback and any proposed amendments 6. Programme Estimated contract dates: * Anticipated start: Late May 2026 * Duration: Approximately 2 months * Completion: Prior to the start of the Summer Holidays 2026 The contract will include a 12-month defects liability period following completion. 7. Tender Documentation This document should be read in conjunction with: * Material considerations * Accessibility Statement 10. Submission Details Submission Deadline: * 15th May 2026 at 9:00am Submission Method: * Tenders must be submitted electronically via email to: clerk@cambournetowncouncil.gov.uk Late submissions may not be considered. 11. Additional Requirements Contractors should demonstrate: * Relevant experience in similar play park projects * Ability to deliver within programme and budget * Commitment to sustainability and waste minimisation * Strong approach to health and safety compliance
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-b5fd17-593569e0-ba91-49f6-a8ee-7e8b2bbe6350
- Publication Source
- Contracts Finder
- Latest Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/545b0238-c3e6-46db-b795-4dece6e6d566
- Current Stage
- Tender
- All Stages
- Tender
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- Tender Notice
- Procurement Type
- Standard
- Procurement Category
- Works
- Procurement Method
- Limited
- Procurement Method Details
- Competitive quotation (below threshold)
- Tender Suitability
- SME, VCSE
- Awardee Scale
- Not specified
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
45 - Construction work
-
- CPV Codes
37535100 - Swings
37535200 - Playground equipment
37535210 - Playground swings
37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus
37535230 - Playground merry go rounds
37535240 - Playground slides
37535250 - Playground see saws
37535260 - Playground tunnels
37535270 - Playground sandboxes
37535280 - Playground bleachers
37535290 - Wall and rope climbing equipment
37535291 - Wall climbing equipment
37535292 - Rope climbing equipment
45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £105,000 £100K-£500K
- Lots Value
- Not specified
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- Not specified
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 21 Apr 20263 days ago
- Submission Deadline
- 15 May 20263 weeks to go
- Future Notice Date
- Not specified
- Award Date
- Not specified
- Contract Period
- 25 May 2026 - 28 Jul 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
- COMMUNITY CENTRE
- Contact Name
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
- Contact Email
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
- Contact Phone
- Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Buyer Location
- Locality
- CAMBRIDGE
- Postcode
- CB23 6GW
- Post Town
- Cambridge
- Country
- England
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- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLH East (England)
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
- Delivery Location
- Not specified
-
- Local Authority
- South Cambridgeshire
- Electoral Ward
- Cambourne
- Westminster Constituency
- St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire
Further Information
Notice Documents
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https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/545b0238-c3e6-46db-b795-4dece6e6d566
21st April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
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