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Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area

CRANBROOK TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

02 Oct 2025 at 09:21

TenderUpdate

24 Jul 2025 at 07:41

TenderUpdate

14 Jul 2025 at 13:54

Tender

24 Jun 2025 at 08:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area" was conducted by Cranbrook Town Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Cranbrook, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the construction industry category, specifically focusing on construction structures and associated works. The procurement followed an open competition method, designated as below threshold, and was in the tender stage as of June 2025. The contract was awarded on 22nd September 2025 to WICKSTEED LEISURE LIMITED, with a contract period commencing on 3rd November 2025 and ending on 31st January 2026. The total contract value is £156,000 net of VAT, with the contractor responsible for delivering goods and works related to the play area's refurbishment in Cranbrook, UKK43 region.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in construction works, particularly those focusing on playground and play area refurbishments. Businesses capable of supplying durable equipment made from recycled plastic or non-rusting metal, alongside expertise in safety surfacing compliant with British and European Standards, would be well-suited to compete. The requirement for innovative, themed designs and compliance with health, safety, and construction regulations offers a platform for contractors with robust project management and creative design capabilities. The open procurement method enhances accessibility for diverse suppliers, promoting business growth in the regional construction sector.

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Notice Title

Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area

Notice Description

Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works at the St Martin's Play Area in Cranbrook

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05523c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061572-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£156,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CRANBROOK TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Janine Gardner
Contact Email
clerk@cranbrooktowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01404514552

Buyer Location

Locality
CRANBROOK
Postcode
EX5 7DR
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Devon
Electoral Ward
Cranbrook
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WICKSTEED LEISURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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