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Tender

01 Aug 2025 at 06:37

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24 Jul 2025 at 14:44

Planning

24 Jul 2025 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

Yeovil Without Parish Council, a public authority under sub-central government in the United Kingdom, is currently conducting an open procurement process for the "MUGA, Play Area, Fitness Equipment & Community Open Space Development" project. This initiative, which falls under the construction of multi-purpose sports facilities and sporting services, is situated at Wyndham Park Development in Yeovil, Somerset. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with a submission deadline extended to 24th September 2025. The total value for the contract is set at £255,000, with contracts scheduled to start from 1st November 2025 and end by 31st March 2026. The interested parties are invited to submit their tenders, with queries directed to Barbara Appleby at Yeovil Without Parish Council.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in recreational construction, playground design, and fitness equipment installation to expand their portfolios. Companies with expertise in designing and constructing multi-use sports areas and play facilities for young children will find this project particularly relevant. The open procedure facilitates participation, giving SMEs a favourable opportunity provided they demonstrate relevant experience and submit proposals within the set budget. The added value comes from bonuses awarded for submitting concept designs, which encourages creativity and innovation in proposal submissions, potentially leading to further opportunities for similar projects in the future.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

MUGA, Play Area, Fitness Equipment & Community Open Space Development

Notice Description

Yeovil Without Parish Council (YWPC) is seeking a suitable qualified company to design, construct and install a new Multi Use Games Area (MUGA), a new enclosed equipped area for play for children aged 2 years to 5 years, and fitness equipment at the Cunningham Road MUGA site on the Wyndham Park Development, Yeovil, Somerset. (Phase 1) Tenderers are requested to submit a concept design for the proposed community open space on Drake Road (Phase 2) The Concept Design is for Information Only, Please note: The concept design will not influence the ranking of tenders beyond the additional five points awarded for submission.

Planning Information

Phase 1: Scope: Development of a Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) suitable for various sports and recreational activities. Design and installation of an inclusive play area catering to 18 months to 5 year children's age groups and abilities. Supply and installation of outdoor fitness equipment for community health and wellness. Funding: Funding for this phase has already been secured. Phase 2: Scope: Development of a concept design and costed quote for a community open space to enable future funding and further development. This phase is aimed at generating a design proposal that will allow the council to apply for additional funding and carry the project forward. Background and Rationale: This project has faced some delays due to the amalgamation of the principal authority and the confirmation of S106 funding. Early market engagement is now being sought to streamline the process and expedite decision-making, ensuring timely delivery of the project phases. Expressions of interest to be made to clerk@yeovilwithoutparishcouncil.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05657d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045990-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

45212220 - Multi-purpose sports facilities construction work

92600000 - Sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£255,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£255,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 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
Yeovil Without Parish Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA22 8DZ
Postcode Area
Bath
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
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
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Brympton
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Further Information

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