Planning

Play Area Refurbishment Programme

BICESTER TOWN COUNCIL

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Planning

18 Dec 2017 at 12:17

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Bicester Town Council is initiating a tender for the "Play Area Refurbishment Programme" aimed at upgrading playground facilities situated in Bicester, England. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for submitting tenders set for 26th January 2018. The refurbishment involves addressing three distinct play areas: Launton Meadows, Kestrel Way Open Space, and Villiers Road, with a combined budget of up to £115,000. Key milestones include completing engagement by 26th January and starting work on 19th February 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment and refurbishment services, particularly those capable of delivering robust, high-quality, and visually appealing solutions. Companies with experience in creating play environments that enhance community engagement and comply with safety standards would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The successful bidder will have the chance to contribute to the local community by revitalising key recreational spaces, thereby enhancing their visibility and reputation in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Play Area Refurbishment Programme

Notice Description

Bicester Town Council Play Area Refurbishment Programme - Brief for Tendering Contact Details: Organisation: Bicester Town Council Web: www.bicester.gov.uk Name: Chris Johnson Position: Operations Manager Email: chris.johnson@bicester.gov.uk Telephone: 01869 252915 Closing Date for Tenders: Friday 26th January 2018 Start Date for Successful Tender: Monday 19th February 2018 Competition Date for Successful Tender: Friday 6th April 2018 Notes for Tenderers: To achieve this Council's objectives from these refurbishments the following areas need to be considered: * Robust and high-quality equipment * Increased play provision * Large choice of equipment options * Removal of all old equipment * Financially viable * Scheme to encourage positive customer feedback * Visually attractive to visitors/residents * Natural features * Visually blends in with the current site surroundings Play Area Number: 2 Location: Launton Meadows, Boston Road, Bicester Location Details: The play area is in a large open space surrounded by a combination bund of trees and scrubs. The site is on the outskirts of a large family housing estate and is considered to be one of the oldest play areas in the Town and the usage is moderate. Due to the poor state of the equipment it is not used that much by local/town residents and tends to draw an unwanted crowd of people on a regular basis. Size: 595 sqm Age Range: Multi Maximum Budget: PS35k Play Area Number: 37 Location: Kestrel Way Open Space, Langford Village, Bicester Location Details: The play area is in an open space surrounded by a combination bund of trees and scrubs. The site is situated on the old part of Langford Village is well used by families on the estate. The current design is poor and not very child friendly, offering a non-exciting level of play. The open space and play area is heavily used with the latter requiring urgent attention to bring it up to a modern standard. Size: 486 sqm Age Range: Multi Maximum Budget: PS30k Play Area Number: 55 Location: Villiers Road, Bicester Location Details: This play area is currently in an unsafe and unattractive condition. It boosts a large space perfect for a larger multi play items and zip wires. The site is based in a family estate and the local resident would be delighted with a scheme that is robust, fun and offers a large amount of play provision. One of the oldest play areas in which this Town Council owns but offers a lovely space for play provision. Size: 1806 sqm Age Range: Multi Maximum Budget: PS50k

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad1c26bb-b173-49aa-93a8-b186deef7875
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Jan 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BICESTER TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BICESTER
Postcode
OX26 6PS
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
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Bicester South and Ambrosden
Westminster Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Further Information

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