Tender

Ash Parish Council Playground Project

ASH PARISH COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Sep 2025 at 11:43

Summary of the contracting process

Ash Parish Council is actively seeking proposals for its "Ash Parish Council Playground Project", intending to design and construct a new play facility complementing the existing area at the Recreation Ground in Ash, UK. The project is tailored to cater to children aged 8 to 14 and is set in the industry category of construction and playground equipment. Presently in the tender stage, the procurement process is open and below the threshold, allowing wide participation. Key deadlines include the submission of tenders by 14 November 2025, with an opportunity for enquiries closing on 1 November 2025. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1 January 2026 and conclude on 31 December 2027, with a project value estimated at £126,000.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in playground equipment and construction, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as participation is reserved for SMEs and VCSEs collaborating across the UK regions. The open procurement method invites competitive tenders, providing businesses an opportunity to showcase innovative designs while complying with project criteria focused on design, layout, technical aspects, and presentation. Enterprises that excel in delivering engaging and durable play solutions aimed at older children and have experience in similar municipal projects will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. The focus on inclusive play features also extends opportunities to providers with expertise in accessibility-focused designs.

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Notice Title

Ash Parish Council Playground Project

Notice Description

Ash Parish Council, who have secured funding that has been allocated to enhance the play facilities at the Recreation Ground, are seeking a suitably qualified contractor to design and build a new facility. There is an existing play area on site which will remain, largely aimed at younger children (2- 8-year-olds) which also includes some 'inclusive' items such as a wheelchair roundabout. With consideration of the budget and space available, the objective is to provide play experiences which will be aimed at 8 - 14 years old children to complement the existing area. Ensuring the design will be practical, challenging and ultimately encouraging users to return while also utilizing or moving between both 'zones'. Please download all documents, carefully review the content and submit the tender response by the due date and time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059a3e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056544-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

37535230 - Playground merry go rounds

37535240 - Playground slides

37535250 - Playground see saws

37535260 - Playground tunnels

37535270 - Playground sandboxes

37535280 - Playground bleachers

37535290 - Wall and rope climbing equipment

37535291 - Wall climbing equipment

37535292 - Rope climbing equipment

45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 1 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASH PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
clerk@ashparishcouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ASH
Postcode
CT3 2BG
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
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
Dover
Electoral Ward
Little Stour & Ashstone
Westminster Constituency
Herne Bay and Sandwich

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