Tender

Design and construction of children's playground, South Ascot, revised version 2025

SUNNINGHILL & ASCOT PARISH COUNCIL

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24 Feb 2025 at 10:34

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30 Jan 2025 at 15:20

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Summary of the contracting process

Sunninghill & Ascot Parish Council is seeking a suitable contractor for the design and construction of a children's playground at South Ascot Recreation Ground, Victoria Road, South Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9DR. This tender, titled "Design and construction of children's playground, South Ascot, revised version 2025," falls under the industry category of playground equipment (CPV code: 37535200). The procurement process is at the tender amendment stage with proposals due by 1pm on Friday, 14 March 2025. The project aims to replace outdated play equipment which was installed over 20 years ago, with work scheduled to start on 8 September 2025 and complete by 30 September 2025. This open procedure is designed for projects above the threshold, with an estimated contract value between £130,000 and £150,000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in playground construction, design, and manufacturing. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will be those able to provide comprehensive design proposals, 3D visuals, and CAD drawings of the new playground equipment. The scope includes removing old equipment, preparing the ground, and installing new, creative play structures, including motifs related to Alice in Wonderland. Businesses that excel in innovative design and effective project execution are well-suited to compete for this contract, which promises long-term returns and community engagement benefits.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and construction of children's playground, South Ascot, revised version 2025

Notice Description

Sunninghill & Ascot Parish Council is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the equipment and facilities that comprise the children's playground known as the Playground, located at South Ascot Recreation Ground, Victoria Road, South Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9DR. The original play equipment was installed over 20 years ago and is now at the end of its working life (it is possible that the boundary fencing and play area gates can be retained). Sunninghill & Ascot Parish Council (the Employer) wishes to procure the services of a suitable contractor to undertake the design, manufacture and construction necessary to replace the play equipment listed and described below (the Works): Our Ref. Item Scope SAP201 Barriers To be removed. SAP202 Fencing To be retained if possible. Inclusion of motif relating to Alice in Wonderland as detailed. SAP203 Play area Gate 1 To be retained if possible; repainting required. SAP204 Play area Gate 2 To be retained if possible; repainting required. SAP205 Wet pour surfacing Complete removal and disposal; preparation of ground to level and laying of new surfacing. SAP206 Seating x 3 (benches) To be removed and replaced. SAP208 Sign To be removed and replaced. SAP215 Multiplay - Toddler To be removed. SAP216 Play panel 1 - Yellow To be removed. SAP217 Play panel 2 - Blue To be removed. SAP218 Play panel 3 - Shop To be removed. SAP219 Rocker - Horse & Carriage To be removed. SAP220 Slide To be removed. SAP221 Swing - Junior - 1 bay 2 seat To be removed. SAP224 Swing - Toddler - 1 bay 2 seat To be removed. Inclusive roundabout To be removed. Multiplay - Junior To be removed. Pedal Play To be removed. 10. Tender Deliverables The Tenderer shall provide a comprehensive description of his proposals for the Works including sketch details and illustrative photos of the equipment proposed, together with a priced and signed copy of this document. Visuals are to include: 1 x 3D visual (to scale) 1 x CAD of the design Note: Visuals must not include children or adults or show duplicate equipment. These should be e-mailed to the Parish Clerk, Sunninghill & Ascot Parish Council at: enquiries@s-a-pc.com no later than close of business 1pm on Friday, 14 March 2025 Items sent should be clearly marked "Tender response: South Ascot Playground". Please contact the Clerk for the postal address.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d3d7b0a0-815f-43b6-98f7-7698f0f7ddff
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/774a067b-8168-4b23-98e1-4acff2d855da
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNNINGHILL & ASCOT PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Helen Goodwin
Contact Email
enquiries@s-a-pc.com
Contact Phone
07341 133591

Buyer Location

Locality
ASCOT
Postcode
SL5 7JF
Post Town
Slough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Windsor and Maidenhead
Electoral Ward
Ascot & Sunninghill
Westminster Constituency
Windsor

Further Information

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