Award

Stowmarket Recreation Ground Play Area Development

STOWMARKET TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 Nov 2025 at 16:57

Tender

08 Apr 2025 at 13:14

Planning

03 Apr 2025 at 15:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by Stowmarket Town Council involves the development of a new play area at Stowmarket Recreation Ground in Suffolk, UK. The tender, titled "Stowmarket Recreation Ground Play Area Development," falls under the industry category of works and includes playground equipment and landscaping work for recreational areas. This procurement reached the award stage on 13th November 2025, with the initial planning stages commencing in April 2025. The project was conducted through an open procedure, with the contract expected to commence on 5th January 2026 and conclude by early April 2026. The successful contractor, Proludic Limited, is responsible for designing, supplying, and installing the play area with a focus on inclusivity and safety compliance across various child age groups, up to 12 years old. The contract value is approximately £370,000, excluding VAT.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in playground equipment manufacture, design, and installation, particularly those with expertise in creating inclusive and accessible recreational spaces. Medium-sized enterprises with an environmentally sustainable approach and comprehensive experience in similar projects would find the tender a suitable fit, as the criteria heavily emphasised eco-friendly practices and comprehensive play value in the design. As the procurement method was open and encouraged participation from SMEs, businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public recreational spaces could leverage this project for substantial growth, drawing on the sector's demand for inclusive play solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Stowmarket Recreation Ground Play Area Development

Notice Description

Stowmarket Town Council invited tenders for the design, supply, and installation of a new 40m x 40m play area at Stowmarket Recreation Ground. The play area will be enclosed by secure metal fencing, square in shape but with graded, sweeping rounded corners. Safety surfacing will cover at least 75% of the total play area to ensure accessibility and compliance with all relevant safety standards, allowing for year-round use. The play space should be suitable for children aged 0-12 years. The appointed contractor will be responsible for the design, supply and installation of the following: Play equipment suitable for children aged 0-12 years and will specifically include swinging, bouncing, climbing, and sliding activities. A central focal play structure which serves as a landmark attraction. Safety surfacing compliant with BS EN 1177 or the applicable standard at the time of installation. Secure 1.0-metre-high play-spec Bow Top metal fencing, galvanised and powder-coated black, with two gated entrances. This includes two pedestrian self-closing gates (1.0m high x 1.0m wide) complete with a closing device and powder-coated black box-section gate posts. Seating, including a minimum of six benches on the inner outskirts of the play area, with additional seating integrated within and around the play equipment. Utilise a black, white, red, and green colour palette, along with additional design elements to enhance and reinforce the theme. The preferred safety surfacing colours are black and green to manage colour degradation in future years. Signage to indicate it is the Poppy Play Area with the design to include red and white poppies. Inclusive and Accessible Design The play area must cater for children of all abilities. The site should be divided into zones for younger children 0-3 years (Infants and toddlers), 4-7 years (Early childhood) and 8-12 years (Older children). All details as per tender documents published 3.4.25

Planning Information

Engagement visits w/c 07/04/25 Site Visits with Procurement Contact: 23rd, 24th & 25th April 2025 Tender Submission Deadline 12:00 hours on 12th May 2025 For further details, please contact: Karl Daniels, Head of Community Services Email: karld@stowmarket.org Or contact Stowmarket Town Council on: Telephone: 01449 612060 Email: info@stowmarket.org

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073722-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

37535100 - Swings

37535200 - Playground equipment

37535210 - Playground swings

37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus

37535230 - Playground merry go rounds

37535240 - Playground slides

37535250 - Playground see saws

37535292 - Rope climbing equipment

45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas

45236100 - Flatwork for miscellaneous sports installations

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

71500000 - Construction-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£370,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£370,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£370,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
7 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
19 Jun 20255 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 3 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOWMARKET TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
SALLY GOONAN
Contact Email
info@stowmarket.org
Contact Phone
01449612060

Buyer Location

Locality
STOWMARKET
Postcode
IP14 1EZ
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH61 Babergh and Mid Suffolk
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Mid Suffolk
Electoral Ward
St Peter's
Westminster Constituency
Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROLUDIC

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