Tender

Redevelopment of EYFS Outdoor Area

ST GILBERT'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL

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Tender

31 Jan 2025 at 09:13

Summary of the contracting process

St Gilbert's Church of England Primary School has initiated a procurement process for the redevelopment of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) outdoor area. Located in Stamford, the school seeks to enhance the outdoor play space to foster physical development and creativity among Reception pupils. The project, identified as "STG/EYFS/2025," falls under the construction materials and associated items category and uses an open procurement method. Interested bidders must submit their tenders by 17:00 on 14th February 2025, with the project's expected commencement on 20th July 2025 and completion by 31st August 2025.

This contract offers substantial business growth opportunities, especially for companies experienced in playground design and construction, as well as those employing sustainable building practices. With a project value of £30,000, businesses involved in site preparation, structural products, and repair and maintenance services can suit the requirements well. To be competitive, contractors must ensure compliance with safety standards, utilise recycled materials, and provide a detailed maintenance schedule. This tender is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

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Notice Title

Redevelopment of EYFS Outdoor Area

Notice Description

1 Introduction 1.1 Company Background St Gilbert's Church of England Primary School (known as 'the School') is a standalone primary academy. Academy status was granted in January 2013. Located to the West of the historic town centre of Stamford, the school currently has 300 pupils form 4 - 11 years of age. The current school buildings were established in the early 1970's with a further addition at the beginning of the 2000's. 'The School' is currently rated 'Good' by OFSTED 1.2 Project Background The existing outdoor play area was installed circa 2008/9 and included: * Wet pour safe play surface throughout * Outdoor secure storage for resources * Activity areas and play equipment The equipment is now at the end of its economic life and 'the School' are looking to redesign the existing area with a space that is inviting and inspirational for the pupils in the Reception phase of the school 1.3 High Level Overview of Requirements Bidders are asked to submit a formal tender for the redevelopment of the Early Years outdoor play area . 1.4 Existing Provision The existing provision has the following equipment installed: * Wooden picket boundary fencing * Wet pour safe play surface throughout * Central climbing frame and slide * Sand pit * Mud pit with activity panels * Secure storage for outdoor resources * Raised bed planter * Covered activity area See appendix 1 for photographs of the existing provision To create and inviting and inspirational outdoor play area for use by pupils in the Early Years (Reception) phase. Key requirements are: * Removal/recycling of existing facilities including surfacing and timber structures * Ensuring compliant foundations for any new surfacing or structures * Design service to be completed in collaboration with 'the School' * Provision of equipment that will aid the physical development of all pupils * Provision of equipment that will encourage the joy of learning * Provision of equipment that enables creativity in play * Creative design that will enhance the natural world * A safe play surface and equipment compliant with BSEN1176 and BSEN1177 * Where possible, as much of the materials to be used are from recycled or sustainable sources * Provision of a full maintenance schedule * Use of qualified/registered installers * All contractors to be DBS checked

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e73579-c9ce-4ede-a999-b77dc2a7142a
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

44100000 - Construction materials and associated items

44200000 - Structural products

44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items

44500000 - Tools, locks, keys, hinges, fasteners, chain and springs

44800000 - Paints, varnishes and mastics

45100000 - Site preparation work

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

92600000 - Sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 1-6 months
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
ST GILBERT'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Contact Name
Peter Allan
Contact Email
peter.allan@stgilberts.co.uk
Contact Phone
01780762400

Buyer Location

Locality
STAMFORD
Postcode
PE9 2PY
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Kesteven
Electoral Ward
Stamford St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
Rutland and Stamford

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