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Oysterfields Play Area & Multi Use Games Area

ST ALBANS CITY & DISTRICT

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25 Nov 2025 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

St Albans City and District Council has completed the tendering process for the construction of the Oysterfields Play Area and Multi-Use Games Area in St Albans. This project falls under the 'works' industry category focusing on park and playground equipment. The procurement process used a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates included the tender period ending on 8th August 2025 and the contract period running from 6th October 2025 to 13th March 2026. The total value of the project is £103,710, with HAGS-SMP LIMITED being the awarded supplier.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in playground construction and equipment supply, particularly those classified as small to medium enterprises (SMEs). Given the scope and nature of the project, companies with expertise in designing and building community recreational spaces would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The engagement through a framework agreement indicates potential for ongoing partnerships with public sector entities like St Albans City and District Council, providing a platform for sustained business growth and project visibility within the South East of England.

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Notice Title

Oysterfields Play Area & Multi Use Games Area

Notice Description

St Albans City and District Council is looking to commission a suitably qualified and experienced organisation for the provision of supplying the services to build a children's play area at Oysterfields in St Albans.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d55dfe7f-775a-4738-96c1-e0d4c3a62da8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/875ca68a-b5d4-48f4-9693-f0ffc558d0a5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment


CPV Codes

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£103,710 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£103,710 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
5 Oct 2025 - 13 Mar 2026 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
ST ALBANS CITY & DISTRICT
Contact Name
Nicholas Baxter
Contact Email
procurement@stalbans.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01727819306

Buyer Location

Locality
ST ALBANS
Postcode
AL1 3JE
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
St Albans
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
St Albans

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAGS-SMP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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