Tender

Upgrade Coppice Close Play Area

HATFIELD TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Mar 2025 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

Hatfield Town Council is seeking bids for a project titled "Upgrade Coppice Close Play Area" located in Hatfield, United Kingdom. This procurement, in the construction and recreational services category, is currently at the tender stage. The deadline for tender submissions is 18th July 2025, with further stages to include presentations from up to four shortlisted companies before the final award is confirmed by 25th April 2025. Interested companies are encouraged to arrange site visits and must ensure that all works are completed by 18th July 2025. The procurement process is open and follows a structured timeline with clear criteria for evaluation including quality, design, and compliance with statutory requirements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and recreational sectors to grow their portfolios by taking on a public project endorsed by a sub-central government authority. Firms with competencies in delivering high-quality play area refurbishments within tight deadlines will find this project particularly well-suited. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate professionalism, strong design capabilities, and value for money are encouraged to apply. Successful bidders will benefit from exposure and potential future opportunities arising from their association with Hatfield Town Council.

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Notice Title

Upgrade Coppice Close Play Area

Notice Description

To carry out a refurbishment of Coppice Close Play Area (Hatfield). Companies are invited to submit proposed designs, a quotation for implementing those designs and confirmation that the entire works can be done by 18th July 2025. The Council intend to take a two stage approach before awarding the contract. Stage One: Tenders should be submitted by email by the deadline of 18th July 2025. All tenders will be assed against a set criteria (see documents attached). Stage two: Up to four companies will be invited to present proposals in person or via zoom. With the winning bid to be confirmed by 25th April 2025. Site visits are advised and appointments should be arranged with jane.anderson@hatfield-herts.gov.uk

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions to be agreed by both parties in the event of unforeseen circumstances or adverse weather conditions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ed76
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009505-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Apr 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HATFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jane Anderson
Contact Email
civic@hatfield-herts.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07586488597

Buyer Location

Locality
HATFIELD
Postcode
AL10 0AN
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)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Hatfield Central
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

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