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Refurbishment of Existing Play Areas at East Herrington Park Play Area, Crowe Lane, Sunderland. SR3 3TE and Barnes Park, Barnes Park Road, Sunderland. SR4 7PY

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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Award

16 Mar 2026 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by Sunderland City Council, involves the refurbishment of existing play areas at East Herrington Park and Barnes Park in Sunderland, UK. With a focus on landscaping work for playgrounds, this tender falls under the works category within the North East region. Initiated through a call-off from a framework agreement, it has progressed to the award stage as of March 2026. The contract spans from 16th March to 16th May 2026, valued at £45,201.92. It reflects Sunderland City Council's commitment to enhancing local recreational spaces, with Brambledown Landscape Services Limited selected as the supplier.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSE entities specialising in playground landscaping and refurbishment. Business growth can be achieved by leveraging experience in similar projects, especially if operating within the North East of England. Companies equipped with the necessary skills and regional expertise stand a strong chance of competing effectively, contributing to community development and establishing new partnerships with local councils. This procurement presents an attractive prospect for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public works.

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Notice Title

Refurbishment of Existing Play Areas at East Herrington Park Play Area, Crowe Lane, Sunderland. SR3 3TE and Barnes Park, Barnes Park Road, Sunderland. SR4 7PY

Notice Description

Refurbishment of Existing Play Areas at East Herrington Park Play Area, Crowe Lane, Sunderland. SR3 3TE and Barnes Park, Barnes Park Road, Sunderland. SR4 7PY

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a657b944-3a33-49b1-8aed-5485c836a21d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11c9febb-6760-4e5c-b19c-3ba72476e7e0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,201 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,201 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 16 May 2026 1-6 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
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR2 7DN
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Southwick
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRAMBLEDOWN LANDSCAPE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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