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Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement

SWANLEY TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

05 Feb 2026 at 12:12

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

17 Dec 2025 at 12:12

Tender Notice
Tender

09 Oct 2025 at 17:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Swanley Town Council has completed the procurement process for the "Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement," a project within the "Playground equipment" industry category. The playground replacement aims to introduce a new wetpour base and safety surface compliant with BSEN standards, providing enhanced play value with a space theme. The procurement followed an "Open procedure" above the threshold, with initial tender publication on 9th October 2025. The delivery address falls under the postal code BR8 7BU in England. The awarded contract is valued at approximately £134,824.56 with Kompan Ltd selected as the supplier, marking the contract start date on 2nd March 2026 and end date on 31st May 2026.

The tender presented significant opportunities for business growth, particularly appealing to SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) due to its suitability criteria. Businesses specialising in playground equipment manufacturing, installation, or maintenance could leverage this contract to showcase their expertise in creating innovative play solutions, aligning with safety and quality standards. Additionally, firms with capabilities in theming and designing unique playground experiences would benefit from involvement, laying foundations for future projects in public recreational spaces.

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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
ocds-b5fd17-e9fd65ec-48c5-40be-9244-5f9e2c90f57b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc51ab66-89f2-40d8-b2e1-e2f94a67c00f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£134,824 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KOMPAN

Further Information

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