Tender

Invitation to tender for the design, supply and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne

CALNE TOWN COUNCIL

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01 Apr 2026 at 12:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Calne Town Council is actively inviting tenders for the design, supply, and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne, with an aim to improve the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the town centre. This project falls under the industry category of landscaping and urban furniture, classified by CPV codes relating to plants, trees, urban furniture, and park equipment. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with interested parties required to submit their proposals by 1 May 2026. The contract will commence on 1 June 2026 and conclude by the end of August that year. Potential bidders can direct their queries to Robert Mercer starting from 13 April 2026. The tender process follows an open procedure method, allowing inclusive participation below the threshold.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in urban furniture and landscaping solutions to grow and establish themselves within the public procurement sector. SMEs, particularly those with expertise in biodiversity and creating inviting public spaces, would find themselves well-suited for this project. The need for creative design concepts paired with detailed cost proposals encourages innovative solutions, providing businesses a platform to showcase their capability in enhancing public spaces. Given the emphasis on both aesthetics and functional improvements, this opportunity is particularly ripe for companies adept in holistic urban and green planning.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to tender for the design, supply and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne

Notice Description

Calne Town Council (CTC) invites tenders for the design, supply, and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne. The principal aims are to enhance the area's aesthetic appeal and deliver improved functional features that encourage more visits to the town centre and support longer dwell times. Please include design concepts and fully itemised costs for the supply and installation of all elements. There is a further desire to bring biodiversity improvements to the space so plant specification must reflect this. Please use the below WeTransfer link to submit your tender documents and any supporting information. https://we.tl/r-uKBZgm4UDVReq2iY NB - Further details are available in the attached documents. Additional information: Please note, Robert Mercer will be available from 13 April 2026 to answer any queries / to be available for any site visit requests.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf74e16e-2a86-46b2-b210-87ea924e4b69
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

03451000 - Plants

03452000 - Trees

34928400 - Urban furniture

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112700 - Landscaping work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 Aug 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
CALNE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CALNE
Postcode
SN11 0EN
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Calne Central
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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