Award

Outdoor Play Area - Highfields

CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL

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Award

07 Aug 2025 at 10:04

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Doncaster Council has completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of outdoor playground equipment at Highfields. The procurement falls under the industry category of playground and park equipment and was conducted via a framework agreement with ESPO. The project, valued at £70,000, commenced on 14th July 2025 and is set to conclude on 13th July 2026. The contract was awarded to Wicksteed Leisure Limited, a large-scale supplier known for its expertise in leisure equipment. The procurement method categorised as "Other" ensured flexibility in selecting a suitable supplier. The publication date of the award notice was 7th August 2025, marking the end of the procurement process.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in park and playground equipment, especially those with the capability to deliver across multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and beyond. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly could find such frameworks advantageous as they are deemed suitable participants in this process. The collaboration with a reputed local council like City of Doncaster Council and the potential to expand market reach in leisure and recreational infrastructure could significantly propel business growth for companies in relevant sectors. Participating in similar tenders allows businesses to enhance their portfolio and leverage public visibility.

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Notice Title

Outdoor Play Area - Highfields

Notice Description

Supply and installation of play area equipment Procured via framework agreement - ESPO

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78af64f4-dcdf-46ad-87e7-0db355ae8901
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94b22437-4245-4372-81ff-de3510cb4295
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 13 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
Amy Briddick
Contact Email
amy.briddick@doncaster.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1302736818

Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 3BU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WICKSTEED LEISURE

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