Award

Empire Drive Play Park Refurbishment

CARTERTON TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

28 Apr 2025 at 14:25

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

27 Mar 2024 at 16:44

Tender Notice
Tender

27 Mar 2024 at 16:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Carterton Town Council has concluded the Empire Drive Play Park Refurbishment project, aimed at providing and installing new play equipment at Empire Drive, Carterton, with the contract awarded to Playdale Playgrounds Ltd for £79,576. This procurement, classified under "Recreational, cultural and sporting services" (CPV code 92000000), is located in postcode OX18 1BZ, Carterton. The tender, part of a direct procurement method under single tender action, emphasised value for money, adherence to specification, and safety considerations. Sealed bids were due by 9th April 2024, with the contract awarded on the 16th and the successful bidder notified on 17th April 2024. The procurement stage of this process has now been completed.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses within the playground equipment supply and installation industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in particular, were encouraged to participate, presenting a chance for growth by engaging in a project that focuses on enhancing community play spaces, prioritising safety and inclusivity. The project requires a range of equipment, such as swings, a climbing frame, and surfacing solutions, offering scope for manufacturers and installers specialising in recreational facilities to showcase their capabilities. The emphasis on meeting community needs and ensuring safety in a dynamic environment such as a roundabout further widens the scope for businesses that can demonstrate innovative, safe, and budget-conscious solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Empire Drive Play Park Refurbishment

Notice Description

Carterton Town Council is seeking quotes from suitably qualified contractors to provide and install play equipment located in Empire Drive Play Park, Empire Drive, Carterton, OX18 1BZ. The play park is situated in the middle of a large roundabout within a new housing development in North West Carterton. The play equipment was installed by the developer and over time has now become worn and lost play value. Following a consultation with local residents, it has been requested that the following equipment be installed to make it safer and more engaging for the young children that play there. 1. Fenced in play park with accessible gates 2. Swings baby and a flat seat 3. Basket swing 4. A new climbing frame for toddlers and older kids 5. Slide 6. Trim trail climbing equipment 7. Springer or rocker 8. Spinner 9. Football goals 10. Seating 11. Proper surfacing so that the mud is less of an issue Safety is a key consideration for this play park, as cars do drive around the 'roundabout.' Ideally, we are looking to replace all the equipment as it will all need replacing shortly. There is a new see saw installed by the council in 2023 which is to remain as it is and ideally surfacing to be included around it as it gets muddy in the winter time. Bids will be scored on the following criteria: a) Value for money - it is essential that all bids are within the agreed budget. b) Attention to the specification - it is essential that all applications meet the specification above which has been agreed by the Town Council with local residents. c) Safety - You must demonstrate that you have studied the area and have carefully considered all safety aspects of the park in terms of young children. d) All prices quoted should be exclusive of VAT. The Town Council will require electronic and sealed hard copies of all bids, to be received no later than 23:59 on Tuesday 9th April. The sealed hard copies of the bids will be opened at the same time by the Town Clerk in the presence of two councillors. It is expected that the contract will be awarded on Tuesday 16th April 2024 and that the successful bidder will be notified on Wednesday 17th April 2024.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b3309f1a-54b2-4ab6-812a-09e05ff4427f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8383249e-cfd0-419b-827a-90f3102df7d7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£79,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,576 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Apr 2024 - 31 May 2024 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
CARTERTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARTERTON
Postcode
OX18 3JL
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Carterton South
Westminster Constituency
Witney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLAYDALE PLAYGROUNDS

Further Information

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