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Seaman Avenue Play Park Equipment

SAXMUNDHAM TOWN COUNCIL

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13 Oct 2025 at 12:27

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by Saxmundham Town Council, involves the supply and installation of play equipment at Seaman Avenue Play Park, located in Saxmundham, Suffolk. The project falls under the industry category of playground equipment (CPV: 37535200) and encompasses the removal of existing structures, ground preparation, and completion to RoSPA standards. The total contract value, including VAT, is valued at £72,000, and the process reached the award stage on 13th October 2025, with the contract starting on the same day. Saxmundham Town Council, a public authority within the sub-central government, conducted a limited procurement method inviting three specialist contractors for this below-threshold contract. ESP PLAY LIMITED was awarded the contract for their tender submission.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground installations and safety surfacing. It's an excellent fit for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in innovative play solutions and safety standards compliance. Businesses adept in executing projects of this nature and scale, with a focus on public sector contracts, will find this contract advantageous for expanding their portfolio in regional government projects in the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Seaman Avenue Play Park Equipment

Notice Description

The contract is for the supply and installation of new play equipment and associated safety surfacing at Seaman Avenue Play Park, Saxmundham, Suffolk. The works include the removal of existing equipment where necessary, preparation of the ground, installation of new apparatus, surfacing and finishing, and post-installation inspection to RoSPA standards. The total contract value is PS72,000 (including VAT). The Council invited three specialist playground contractors to submit quotations in accordance with its Financial Regulations for below-threshold works contracts.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ae3b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064741-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
12 Oct 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SAXMUNDHAM TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Seaman Avenue Play Park Equipment
Contact Email
townclerk@saxmundham-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01728604595

Buyer Location

Locality
SAXMUNDHAM
Postcode
IP17 1BW
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Saxmundham
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ESP PLAY

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