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Refurbishment of Winnipeg play area, Lowestoft RE - AWARD

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

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10 Apr 2025 at 15:03

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10 Dec 2024 at 12:50

Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk Council has undertaken a procurement process titled "Refurbishment of Winnipeg play area, Lowestoft," aimed at improving the facilities at the Winnipeg Play Area in Lowestoft. The tender falls under the industry category of playground equipment, with additional classifications covering repair and maintenance services and park and playground equipment. This procurement, which used a restricted procedure method, has now reached the award stage, having been completed. The tender period concluded on 7th June 2024, and the contract is set to run from 1st October 2024 to 11th November 2024. The main procurement category for this project is works, and the contract was officially awarded on 6th December 2024, with the award notice published on 10th December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment and its maintenance. The contract, valued at £39,504, was awarded to Wicksteed Leisure Ltd, indicating a substantial engagement for similar businesses in the industry. Companies that provide high-quality, innovative, and safe playground solutions would find this kind of tender highly beneficial for business growth, allowing them to showcase their expertise and secure government contracts. East Suffolk Council's clear criteria and structured timeline also make this process well-suited for established players in the field.

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Notice Title

Refurbishment of Winnipeg play area, Lowestoft RE - AWARD

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council (ESC) are seeking to appoint a suitable play specialist to improve the facilities of the Winnipeg Play Area in Lowestoft.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac79bd49-8da6-4deb-8e4b-8d57e4d44ed8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,504 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 11 Nov 2024 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
EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Abiola Michael Bucknor
Contact Email
abiola.bucknor@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01502523677

Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WICKSTEED LEISURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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