Award

Rhydypenau Play Area, Cyncoed, Cardiff.

CARDIFF COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Aug 2025 at 09:55

Award

05 Aug 2025 at 13:08

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff Council has successfully awarded the contract for the refurbishment of Rhydypenau Play Area in Cyncoed, Cardiff. This procurement process, initiated without competition as it was below the threshold, falls under the direct procurement method. The awarded contract involves substantial works, including the demolition of the existing play area and the installation of new playground equipment, inspired by the local reservoir and lake theme. The construction stage commenced on 25th August 2025 and is expected to conclude by 22nd December 2025, with a possible extension until February 2026. This project is governed by the legal framework outlined in UKPGA 2023/54, with the procurement managed in accordance with Welsh devolved regulations.

The contract awarded to WM Gardens offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for large-scale suppliers specialising in park and playground construction and equipment. Businesses with capabilities in delivering comprehensive play area solutions, including custom-designed environments and accessibility features, will find projects like this beneficial for showcasing their innovative designs and commitment to community enhancement. Opportunities for expansion arise as firms can leverage their expertise in similar tenders across the region, thus enhancing their portfolio and potential to secure future contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Rhydypenau Play Area, Cyncoed, Cardiff.

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority wishes to appoint a Contractor (with approved sub-contractors if required) to deliver works to Rhydypenau Play Area at Rhydypenau Park, Cyncoed. Works include: 1) Demolition of existing bark mulch play area, removal of play equipment and refurbishment of swings. 2) New play area will include a new design and layout with a reservoir/lake theme, inspired by the local area. Blue represents the reservoir water and green represents the land, both are soft rubber safety surfacing. The new play area will include: a) New central mound with a tube slide, climbing ropes, climbing boulders and stepping stones. b) Play equipment for toddlers, juniors, teenagers, consisting of a boat multiunit, spring boat, 'fishing rod' swing, dragonfly seesaw, wheelchair accessible roundabout, duck spring rockers, a cocoon spinner, a triple action tower designed to encourage balance and strength unit. c) The existing swings will be kept but moved to a new location within the new layout. The swings will contain an accessible basket swing, toddler swings and junior swings. d) Cable way (Zipline) with the game of swinging 'land' to 'land' over the 'water'. e) New seating in the shape of fishing platforms. f) New entrances and maintenance gate access.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058192
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049748-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£248,951 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£248,951 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
24 Aug 2025 - 22 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF COUNCIL
Contact Name
Thomas Williams
Contact Email
thomas.williams4@cardiff.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+440000000000

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 4UW
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Butetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WM GARDENS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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