Tender

Tender for Play Area Development, North Seaton Colliery

ASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Apr 2025 at 09:13

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashington Town Council is inviting tenders for the development of a play area at North Seaton Colliery, located in Ashington, UK. The project falls under the 'landscaping work for playgrounds' industry category and is currently in the tender stage. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 16th May 2025, preceded by the end of the enquiry period on 2nd May 2025. The process is being conducted as an open competition under a below-threshold procurement method, with the total projected budget ranging from £50,000 to £60,000, though this is subject to confirmation following the design and cost estimation phase.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in play area development, particularly those with experience in community-oriented projects and sustainable design. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the project values sustainability, inclusivity, and innovative approaches. Potential suppliers with strong capabilities in landscape design, community engagement, and ethical material sourcing will have a competitive advantage. Copious opportunities exist to expand business influence and capacity within the public sector by fulfilling the stringent evaluation criteria weighted towards technical capability, previous experience, and ethical considerations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for Play Area Development, North Seaton Colliery

Notice Description

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Evaluation Criteria Tenders will be evaluated on: Technical capability and products (25%) Design approach and philosophy Equipment quality and innovation Technical expertise in play area development Previous experience (25%) Track record of similar community play projects Evidence of successful community engagement References and case studies Ethics and Environmental Responsibility (30%) Sustainability of materials and processes Accessibility and inclusivity approach Environmental impact considerations Presentation (20%) Clarity & structure of the proposal (5%) Depth of understanding of project requirements (5%) Approach to community engagement (5%) Responses to questions during Q&A (5%) For enquiries and submissions: Sarah Eden - Executive Officer/RFO Ashington Town Council Town Hall, 65 Station Road Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 8RU Direct Dial Desk phone: (01670) 338775 Mobile: 07931538785 E-mail: sarah.eden@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Additional equipment or enhancements could be established depending on funding secured.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0506bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016688-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Jun 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sarah Eden
Contact Email
clerk@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441670624521

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHINGTON
Postcode
NE63 8RU
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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