Tender

Tender Opportunity - North Seaton Colliery Play Area

ASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Apr 2025 at 13:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashington Town Council is inviting tenders for the planning, consultation, design, and installation of a new play area at North Seaton Colliery located in Ashington, Northumberland (postal code NE63 0XQ). This procurement process falls under the industry category of playground equipment and landscaping work for recreational areas. The project aims to create an accessible and sustainable play space for children of all abilities, with an emphasis on community engagement. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with key deadlines including a tender submission deadline on 16th May 2025 and an expected project start date of 11th June 2025. The overall budget for the project is estimated to be between £50,000 and £60,000, with the final amount being determined based on the funding secured upon completion of the design and cost estimation phase.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in play area development, community engagement, and sustainable design. The project is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the emphasis on scalable design options and budget adaptability. The selection process will prioritise suppliers that demonstrate capability, relevant experience, and an innovative approach to community involvement and sustainable design principles. This represents a notable chance for businesses to contribute to enhancing the local environment while gaining visibility and experience in public sector projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender Opportunity - North Seaton Colliery Play Area

Notice Description

1. Introduction Ashington Town Council invites qualified and experienced play area developers to tender for the planning, consultation, design, and installation of a new play area at North Seaton Colliery. This tender forms part of our selection process to identify a supplier, with detailed designs and final costs to be developed following a community consultation process. 2. Project Overview The Council seeks to develop a new play area at North Seaton Colliery, Links View, Ashington that delivers: An accessible play space for children of all abilities. Sustainable design and materials. Equipment that encourages imaginative and physical play. A space that reflects the needs and desires of the local community. A facility that enhances the local environment. 3. Approach The Council will shortlist suppliers, following submissions. Shortlisted suppliers will be invited to a presentation. Selection of Supplier: Based on capability, experience, approach to community engagement, and sustainable design principles. Development Phase: Following selection, the appointed supplier will lead community engagement and develop detailed designs and costings. 4. Budget Considerations It is important to note that: The total budget for this project is not yet finalised, but is expected to be in the region of PS50,000 - PS60,000. Funding will comprise a combination of external funding and capital funds set aside by the Council. The budget flexibility allows designs to be scaled according to funding secured. Value for money will be a consideration in the final design approval. 4.1 Clarification of Funding Timeline While the total budget is yet to be finalised, the Council expects to firm up funding upon completion of the design and cost estimation phase. Tenderers should be prepared to propose scalable options that can be adapted based on available funding. 5. Procurement Process This tender is being conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. As the contract value exceeds PS25,000 but falls below the current procurement threshold, this opportunity will be advertised on Contracts Finder. 6. Contact Information For enquiries and submissions: Sarah Eden - Executive Officer/RFO Ashington Town Council Town Hall, 65 Station Road Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 8RU Direct Dial Deskphone: (01670) 338775 Mobile: 07931538785 E-mail: sarah.eden@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk 7. Notes This tender is part of a two-stage process to select a supplier. Detailed designs and final costs will be agreed upon appointment. Our Financial Regulations are available on the website and on request.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f20a445e-4466-4040-9c50-333c627756ca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b77f6981-7c78-46ce-9a28-0d6d61d655df
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Jun 2025 - 30 Oct 2025 1-6 months
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
ASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHINGTON
Postcode
NE63 8RX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Ashington Central
Westminster Constituency
Blyth and Ashington

Further Information

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