Tender

Forest Side play area rebuild

KENNINGTON PARISH COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Feb 2025 at 21:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Kennington Parish Council has initiated a public procurement process for the "Forest Side play area rebuild" project, focused on the installation of new playground equipment suitable for children ranging from toddlers to mid-teens. The procurement falls under the works category within the playground equipment industry. The project is located in Kennington, Oxford, specifically at the fenced-off section within the playing field area at postcode OX1 5LQ. Currently in the tender stage, the process started on 24th February 2025, with submissions due by 13:00 hours on 31st March 2025. The construction is anticipated to commence in July 2025, aiming for completion by 30th September 2025, though earlier completion is negotiable. This open procedure procurement method, valued between £100,000 and £110,000, invites bids from API-registered companies.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment installation, particularly those experienced in creating safe and engaging play areas for children. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-placed to compete due to the tender's suitability requirements. The project promises growth potential through collaboration with Kennington Parish Council on an essential community infrastructure project. The requirement for API registration and relevant accreditations ensures that only qualified contractors participate, promoting high-quality competition and business growth in the playground installation industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Forest Side play area rebuild

Notice Description

Kennington Parish Council is proposing to replace its playground equipment with the installation of new equipment including appropriate surfacing for younger children. The play area is intended to be used by children with ages ranging from toddler to mid-teens. Experienced play area installers are invited to tender for the contract. It is anticipated that construction work will be carried out in Summer 2025 with the playground ready for use September 30th 2025 at the latest. An earlier construction programme can be agreed with the Parish Council if preferred by the contractor and subject to successful grant funding. Please refer to the 'site information' section of this tender for the background information to the site. A map of the location is attached on page 14. The children's play area is located in a fenced off section within the playing field area. All prices are to be net, excluding VAT. Companies must be registered with the API (Association of Play Industries) to tender for this contract. Please supply copies of current certificate for accreditations for the above membership plus details of any other relevant accreditations. A timescale for commencing this project will be agreed between Kennington Parish Council and the chosen Contractor. Tenderers are required to submit a fixed price lump sum tender on the Form of Tender provided with this document. Tenders should be returned in a sealed envelope bearing no company identification and marked TENDER FOR FOREST SIDE PLAY AREA to: The Parish Clerk, Kennington Parish Council, 20 Kennington Road, Kennington, Oxford, OX1 5NZ by 13:00 hours on 31st March 2025 Alternatively, tenders can be submitted by email to clerk@kennington-pc.gov.uk with the subject line TENDER FOR FOREST SIDE PLAY AREA by the same date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6833a756-bbab-4cc6-9ff6-a15e1c34553a
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 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
KENNINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rachel Brown
Contact Email
rachel.brown@kennington-pc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX1 5PE
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Kennington & Radley
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Further Information

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