Award

Bishops Park Playground Upgrades

LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH AND FUHAM (LBHF)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Jan 2026 at 14:37

Tender

15 Oct 2025 at 13:20

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham (LBHF) has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Bishops Park Playground Upgrades" project. This initiative falls under the industry category of works, specifically focusing on the construction work of leisure facilities. The procurement was conducted through an open method, below the threshold for open competition, and has now reached the contract award stage. The awarded contract commenced on 5th January 2026 and will conclude by 31st March 2027, with Wicksteed Leisure selected as the supplier. The project, valued at approximately GBP 75,214.20, involves the supply and installation of new play equipment and the redesign of existing play areas. The process, which began with a tender notice published on 15th October 2025, had key deadlines, such as the tender period ending on 19th November 2025, and the enquiry period closure on 5th November 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in recreation installations, playground equipment, and construction of leisure facilities. Companies that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find this tender favourable. The project provides a chance to engage in public works that enhance community facilities, potentially leading to further collaborations with local governments. Engaging in such contracts allows business growth through expanding expertise and establishing credibility in public sector projects. Suppliers who meet the suitability criteria for SMEs and possess relevant industry experience would be well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in the future.

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Notice Title

Bishops Park Playground Upgrades

Notice Description

To supply and install several pieces of new play equipment and thermoplastic graphics and redesign existing play areas to improve use of space.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cd5e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001511-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45212140 - Recreation installation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£108,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£108,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,214 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH AND FUHAM (LBHF)
Additional Buyers

LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH AND FUHAM

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@lbhf.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W6 9JU
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
Electoral Ward
Hammersmith Broadway
Westminster Constituency
Hammersmith and Chiswick

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WICKSTEED LEISURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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