Tender

Improvements to Play Area and Installation of Outdoor Exercise Equipment

BLEADON PARISH COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Jun 2025 at 11:03

Summary of the contracting process

Bleadon Parish Council is seeking bids for improvements to its play area and the installation of outdoor exercise equipment. Located in the Parish of Bleadon, North Somerset, this project falls under the public authority sub-central government category and is open for procurement. The tender is currently at the tender stage, with an end date for submissions on 25th July 2025. The project involves the provision and installation of both play and outdoor gym equipment, reflecting the rural character of the area. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, allowing for electronic submissions via email.

This opportunity can drive business growth for companies specialising in outdoor sports and playground equipment, particularly those with experience in crafting equipment that complements rural settings. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in manufacturing or supplying such equipment would find this tender particularly fitting, especially if they can offer products that meet the stipulated guidelines, including wooden materials and subdued colour palettes. The contract values £30,000, providing room for creative proposals, potentially including combined equipment solutions to maximise space and utility.

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Notice Title

Improvements to Play Area and Installation of Outdoor Exercise Equipment

Notice Description

The Parish Council wishes to provide new and replacement play equipment in an existing play area and new outdoor exercise equipment in an adjacent site. The play area is located within the village centre in the Parish of Bleadon, North Somerset. It's What3Words location is as follows: ///creatures.mouse.snack The land is governed under a Trust arrangement of which the Parish Council is the sole trustee. The Parish Council manages the site and the play equipment within the site on behalf of the Trust. This includes responsibility for maintenance and inspection. All of the equipment on the site - including fencing - is the property of the Parish Council. The site benefits from good access. The car park adjacent to the play area is under the control of the Parish Council and can be closed off in whole or in part to accommodate any works. Access to basic power and water is available within 10 metres of the site. The play area reflects the rural character of the Parish. Maintaining this character will be a key feature of the improvement works and contractors should have regard to the following guiding principles in formulating their proposals: * Wherever possible, wooden items should be specified. * A subdued colour palette is preferred - the Council recognizes the importance of colour within early years development and for those with visual impairments and it will consider proposals in this context. However, contractors should seek to supply equipment which harmonizes with the existing colour scheme of the play area. * The play equipment itself should not generate noise - the Council appreciates that contractors can do nothing about the excited screams of children using the play equipment but equipment which generates noise as part of its use should not be introduced. * Safety surfaces associated with any new items of equipment should either be play grade bark, sand or rubberized grid mats through which grass can grow. Should any specified item of equipment require a different safety surface in order to meet the relevant regulations, then this must be made clear by the contractor within their tender submission. In addition to maintaining the rural character of the play area, the following requirements should also be observed: * No equipment which requires the use of water as part of its operation or function should be introduced. * The play area is predominantly designed for the 5-12 age range, although some items are more focused towards early years e.g. rockers and sand pit. The play area is not specifically designed for older age groups, although there is a small open area which allows for ball sports and the Parish Council would wish to retain this open area. * Wherever possible, the Council would favour the provision of equipment which is inclusive. However, the Council recognizes that the nature of the site is such that parts of it may not easily be accessed independently by those with disabilities or physical constraints - and that contractors will be faced with some restrictions regarding where within the site certain items of equipment might be placed. The Council has conducted local surveys and, as a consequence, would wish to provide the following items of play equipment within the play area. * A spinner/carousel * An inclusive basket swing * At least one adult/child swing seat * A climbing net * A traditional see-saw * New signage - including communication aides for those with additional needs The Council would also ask contractors to price for the provision of a small, in-ground trampoline. However, a final decision on whether or not to install this item of equipment is subject to discussion with the Council's insurers The Council will consider proposals which seek to provide multiple pieces of equipment within one unit e.g. a combined carousel and climbing net. The Council currently lacks play/activity equipment for teenagers/young adults. It also has an older and ageing population and is seeking to introduce outdoor exercise equipment which promotes mobility/dexterity. The Council is, therefore, open to proposals which meet the following minimum requirements: * 5 individual pieces of equipment, or combined units which provide for a minimum of 5 activities to be undertaken simultaneously. * At least one item of equipment which allows for 'side by side' competitive challenges e.g. a double health walker. For the avoidance of doubt any such item will be considered to be one piece of equipment in terms of meeting the Council's minimum requirements. * At least one item of equipment which is specifically aimed at 'seniors' e.g. a twist and flex station.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05452f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030901-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

37535200 - Playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 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
BLEADON PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
parishclerk@bleadonparishcouncil.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLEADON
Postcode
BS24 0PG
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Hutton & Locking
Westminster Constituency
Weston-super-Mare

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