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Design, Supply and Installation of Playground Equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB.

Akeley Parish Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

18 Jun 2026 at 14:42

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

06 May 2026 at 13:24

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

23 Jun 2025 at 20:10

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Akeley Parish Council involved the design, supply, and installation of playground equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB. This tender, titled "Design, Supply and Installation of Playground Equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB", falls under the industry category of construction work, specifically focusing on playground equipment and facilities. The procurement followed an open procedure and has reached the completion stage as of 18th June 2026. The contract was awarded to HAGS-SMP LIMITED, with the contract execution period spanning from 16th May to 30th September 2026. The total contract value is £118,464 GBP. The council emphasised imagination and inclusivity in the play equipment design to cater to children aged up to 12 years.

This tender represents a growth opportunity for businesses in the playground equipment supply and construction sectors, particularly those that focus on innovative, inclusive, and environmentally friendly solutions. Firms with expertise in designing inclusive play spaces that foster imagination, safety, and accessibility are well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Given the emphasis on durable and environmentally friendly materials, companies with sustainable production practices and the capability to provide robust warranties are advantaged. The contract's open procurement method allowed equitable participation, demonstrated by the eight bids received, all submitted by small and medium enterprises (SMEs), showcasing openness to diverse business entries and fostering a competitive environment conducive to innovation and development in the public sector space.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design, Supply and Installation of Playground Equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB.

Notice Description

Re-design, supply and install play equipment and safety surfacing as required to upgrade an existing play facility at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB Tender Deadline: 31st July 2025 by 11.59pm Tender Address: Akeley Parish Council Clerk Isabelle Hamilton, Fair View, Barton Hartshorn, Buckingham

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05521a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057643-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

CPV Codes

37535100 - Swings

37535200 - Playground equipment

37535210 - Playground swings

37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus

37535240 - Playground slides

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£118,464 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£118,464 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
16 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Akeley Parish Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARTON HARTSHORN
Postcode
MK18 4JU
Postcode Area
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
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
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Grendon Underwood & The Claydons
Westminster Constituency
Buckingham and Bletchley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAGS-SMP LIMITED

Further Information

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