Award

Willow Park Inclusive Play Area

OADBY & WIGSTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

12 Sep 2025 at 15:49

TenderUpdate

31 Jul 2025 at 08:05

Tender

30 Jul 2025 at 15:11

Summary of the contracting process

Oadby & Wigston Borough Council has successfully awarded a contract for the design, supply, and installation of an inclusive play area at Willow Park in Wigston. This procurement process encompassed various stages, with the award finalized on 12th September 2025. The project, which falls under the public authority's responsibility, is classified in the works category, comprising playground equipment and landscaping services. The procurement was conducted via an open competition method and marked as complete. The contract, valued at £75,000, was awarded to Sutcliffe Play Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME) based in Pontefract. Key dates included the contract period start on 1st December 2025 and completion by 31st March 2026. The vision for the project focused on inclusivity, offering a play space accommodating children with special needs and mobility issues.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in playground design and equipment supply, particularly those that focus on inclusivity and innovation within public spaces. Companies that manufacture or supply bespoke play equipment, especially those targeting inclusivity and diverse play experiences, would find this type of tender appealing. SMEs with experience in fulfilling complex and creative public park projects may gain a competitive advantage through detailed case studies and proven project success in offering engaging and accessible play solutions. This contract not only enables growth and expansion for those involved but also enhances their portfolio by contributing to community-focused projects.

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Notice Title

Willow Park Inclusive Play Area

Notice Description

Design supply and installation of inclusive play area at Willow Park, Wigston Value PS65k

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056973
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056355-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 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
OADBY & WIGSTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Margaret Kind
Contact Email
procurement@oadby-wigston.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441162888961

Buyer Location

Locality
OADBY
Postcode
LE2 5JJ
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
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
Oadby and Wigston
Electoral Ward
Oadby Brocks Hill
Westminster Constituency
Harborough, Oadby and Wigston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SUTCLIFFE PLAY

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