Tender

Fen Meadow play area update

WOODBRIDGE TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

16 Jul 2025 at 12:27

Tender

06 Jun 2025 at 13:29

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Woodbridge Town Council is seeking to update the Fen Meadow play area with new play equipment and safety surfacing. Categorised under fairground amusements, the contract is valued at £60,000 and falls within the services sector. The location for delivery is the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement method is a competitive quotation, classified as below threshold, and the process is currently in the tender amendment stage. Interested parties should note that the deadline for submissions is 29th August 2025, and the contract period is from 17th November to 15th December 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground installations and safety solutions, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the competitive quotation method, this procurement process is accessible for smaller contractors who can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions while meeting safety standards. Businesses with expertise in outdoor play equipment will find this procurement an excellent opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish relationships with a local government authority. Such projects can enhance business growth through potential future collaborations and increased brand visibility within the East of England region.

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Notice Title

Fen Meadow play area update

Notice Description

Woodbridge Town Council is seeking a contractor to install play equipment and associated safety surfacing in Fen Meadow. The attached document provides more detail.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97a6fe7-57a9-4a4a-b25f-95122266427b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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

37535000 - Roundabouts, swings, shooting galleries and other fairground amusements

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WOODBRIDGE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 4LP
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Woodbridge
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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