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Play Parks Refurbishments

Taunton Town Council

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

03 Jun 2026 at 13:49

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

10 Dec 2025 at 13:24

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

11 Aug 2025 at 10:29

UK4 - Tender Notice
TenderUpdate

31 Jul 2025 at 14:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

15 Jul 2025 at 12:47

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

14 May 2025 at 10:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the refurbishment of 12 play parks in the Taunton Area is being handled by Taunton Town Council. This specific contract, titled "Play Parks Refurbishments," falls under the goods category, with a primary focus on park and playground equipment. The process has reached the Award stage as of 3rd June 2026. The open procurement method was utilised, leading to an awarded contract to KOMPAN LIMITED. The contract started on 31st May 2026 and is set to end on 1st April 2030, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The entire contract value is set at £1,200,000, payable in GBP. The primary location for this procurement is Taunton, UK, specifically the region identified as UKK23.

This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies involved in designing, supplying, and maintaining playground and park equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as large firms with experience in public sector contracts and capabilities in outdoor recreational equipment, would be well-suited to compete in such tenders. With a focus on compliance with the Equalities Act 2010 and designing inclusive and accessible play areas, businesses that demonstrate innovation and sustainable practices in their designs would have a competitive edge. The continued emphasis on community engagement and public consultations during the design process also opens doors for companies that excel in incorporating feedback into their projects, thereby enhancing their reputation and potential for winning future public contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Play Parks Refurbishments

Notice Description

Contract for the refurbishment of 12 play parks in the Taunton Area

Planning Information

For further information please contact: procurement@taunton-tc.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052362-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
9 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Apr 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Taunton Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 9QQ
Postcode Area
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK23 Somerset CC
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KOMPAN LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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