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Award

09 Jun 2026 at 08:43

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process is managed by ORBIT GROUP LIMITED, located in Coventry, England. The procurement pertains to the monthly inspections and repairs of playground equipment across various regions including the East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, and the South East. The procurement falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services for playground equipment (CPV code: 50870000). The award, which marks the completion of the procurement process, was announced on 9th June 2026, and the contract runs from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2027. This procurement used a selective method, involving a call-off from the ESPO Framework 115_25, Lot 13.

This contract represents a significant business opportunity for SMEs, particularly those specialising in playground maintenance services. The tendering process has already been completed, with Safeplay Playground Services Limited t/a Fearless Ramps selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £96,000, focuses on providing regular and systematic inspections and repair services, which is ideal for small to mid-sized enterprises capable of delivering specialised maintenance services to diverse geographic locations. Companies in the maintenance service industry should note similar opportunities may arise from framework agreements, which allow for future call-offs and provide continuity and growth potential in the public sector market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Contract Award Notice

Notice Description

Monthly Inspections and Repairs of Playground Equipment Contract has been awarded as a call off via ESPO Framework 115_25 - Lot 13

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-baeb8b6f-4b50-465e-9821-00b42b81fd20
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51f8e16c-e0b7-488d-97f7-a5d9c72af98d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£96,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 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
ORBIT GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV3 2SU
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Wyken
Westminster Constituency
Coventry East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAFEPLAY PLAYGROUND SERVICES LIMITED T/A FEARLESS RAMPS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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