Tender

Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement

SWANLEY TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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17 Dec 2025 at 12:12

Tender Notice
Tender

09 Oct 2025 at 17:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement" project, overseen by Swanley Town Council, commenced on 9 October 2025 and is currently in the tender amendment stage. The project involves the replacement of playground equipment at Swanley Recreation Ground in England, classified under the industry category of playground equipment (CPV code 37535200). The procurement follows an open procedure above threshold, and the tender period concludes on 16 January 2026. Potential contractors must prepare for on-site meetings as part of the application process and ensure compliance with BSEN 1176 standards, with added desirability for a maintenance plan. The contract is valued at £135,000 and is slated to begin on 2 March 2026, finishing by 31 March 2026. The process encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and aims to deliver a substantially improved play value with an exciting space theme.

This tender offers significant opportunities for contractors specialising in playground equipment installation and maintenance to expand their business by participating in a transformative project designed to enhance community facilities. Businesses that possess expertise in safety-compliant surfacing, playground design innovations, and sustainable landscaping could find this opportunity particularly rewarding. The project's focus on themes and updated play values opens avenues for creative firms to showcase their capabilities, while the demand for a maintenance plan presents additional long-term service opportunities. With the tender being accessible under an open procurement method, the competition is broad, offering clear growth prospects for competent small and medium business entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement

Notice Description

Replacement of playground at Swanley Recreation Ground. To create a wetpour base with a new wetpour safety surface which compiles with BSEN 1176 and has a minimum guarantee of 2 years but preferably longer. A maintenance plan is a desirable extra service we would like. The product should have been tested in accordance with BS EN 1177 and BS EN 7188. To remove existing equipment, wetpour and then top soil with seed the current playarea and replace with new equipment in a new location on the Recreation Ground with a significantly uplifted play value compared to the current playground. The area and equipment where possible should follow a space theme. On-site meetings are essential with supporting information provided at that meeting.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/996853fa-296b-4105-b16c-c2fcdae98aab
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
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 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
SWANLEY TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ryan Hayman
Contact Email
rhayman@swanleytowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01322665855

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANLEY
Postcode
BR8 7BU
Post Town
Bromley
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sevenoaks
Electoral Ward
Swanley St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
Sevenoaks

Further Information

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