Award

Enhancement to Prospect Street Recreation ground

HORNCASTLE TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

22 Apr 2025 at 10:58

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

17 Dec 2024 at 10:40

Tender Notice
Tender

13 Dec 2024 at 09:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for enhancing the Prospect Street Recreation ground in Horncastle has reached the award stage. Horncastle Town Council, the responsible contracting authority, has awarded the contract to Wicksteed Leisure Limited as of 11th March 2025, with the contract running from 3rd November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The project, classified under outdoor sports, playground equipment, and recreational services, aims to develop an intergenerational, family-focused, and safe community space. With a contract value of £120,336.53 GBP, the procurement followed a selective method involving a competitive procedure with negotiation. The project location is LN9 5BA, with initial tenders having been sought by 31st January 2025.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in outdoor recreation and community space development, particularly those classified as SMEs or VCSEs. Companies with expertise in designing and implementing playground and recreational facilities are well-positioned to compete for such tenders. The requirement for potential contractors to have a diverse portfolio of similar past projects, alongside professional guarantees, underscores the value of established experience in the field. Furthermore, businesses that can assist in securing grant funding could benefit from showcasing this capability to increase their competitive edge when similar opportunities arise.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Enhancement to Prospect Street Recreation ground

Notice Description

Tenders are being sought to improve the recreation space at Prospect Street, Horncastle to make it into an attractive, welcoming and safe community space for families. Consultation has taken place with the community and the survey results are shown in the attached specification document. The final design must incorporate some of the facilities identified at Question 2 of the survey. Our core objectives for this project are: * create an intergenerational space * family focussed * create a safe and inclusive space Tenderers are asked to provide: a) details of previous projects of a comparable nature showing the breadth of your portfolio b) Details of professional warrantees and any guarantees offered c) Potential start date for work d) Estimated duration of proposed work A site visit is essential although will not be accompanied as the site is always open and accessible. One day has been set aside for accompanied site visits. The date is Monday 6th January and anyone wishing to have an accompanied visit must book an appointment in advance. Please contact the Town Clerk to make an appointment - Tel: 01507 522957 or email info@horncastletowncouncil.co.uk. Horncastle Town Council holds ultimate responsibility for appointing a contractor, however, in determining the correct provider, may seek input from the local community. Interviews with shortlisted contractors may be offered. These will be an informal opportunity for the Council to meet your company representatives as we feel the relationship that can be built with the preferred contractor is crucial. Details to note: Delivery of this project is dependent on grant funding. If you could assist in this process, please indicate this in your tender submission. Tenders can be submitted in a sealed envelope marked 'Tender Return' to: The Town Clerk Horncastle Town Council Town Council Office The Stanhope Hall Boston Road Horncastle LN9 6NF or sent by email to tenders@horncastletowncouncil.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa7c70b7-29ba-485e-81a2-22503981a358
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7a6be37-a49d-4d12-9ed6-ee90f4d597e3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

37535200 - Playground equipment

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,336 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
HORNCASTLE
Postcode
LN9 6NF
Post Town
Lincoln
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
East Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Horncastle
Westminster Constituency
Louth and Horncastle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WICKSTEED LEISURE

Further Information

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