Tender

Elmswell Gate Park and Play Area Facilities

MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes City Council is currently engaged in the tender process for the project titled "Elmswell Gate Park and Play Area Facilities." The goal is to supply, install, and execute all necessary works to construct and open these facilities to the public. The procurement falls under the 'works' category with an open competition procurement method, specifically below threshold. Key activities include site preparation, supply of playground and park equipment, landscaping work for playgrounds, and construction materials. The location of work is in the region UKJ12, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. The tender process is active, with a deadline for submissions set for 12:00 on Monday, 1st December 2025. The enquiry period concludes on 27th November 2025, allowing potential suppliers to submit questions related to the tender.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in construction, landscaping, and the supply of playground and park equipment. With a total project value estimated between £950,000 and £1,140,000, it offers significant revenue potential. The open competition style invites a wide array of suppliers, providing a level playing field for new entrants and established firms alike. Companies with expertise in recreational, cultural, and sporting services, as well as those offering innovative solutions in site preparation and construction, will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The flexibility in award criteria beyond just pricing ensures that quality and comprehensive service offerings could outweigh mere cost considerations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Elmswell Gate Park and Play Area Facilities

Notice Description

Milton Keynes City Council are currently out to tender for the provision to supply, install and deliver all works as detailed in the contract information to facilitate the construction and opening of Elmswell Gate Park and Play Areas to the public. Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to "Express Interest" upon which they will be given access to the full tender documentation through this e-tendering system. Suppliers will be notified by email, and the tender documents can be accessed from the "My Tenders" area of this website by selecting the "View Details" button for this tender. Deadline for submissions of the tender will be 12:00 on Monday 1st December 2025. Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website. Please do not engage with any persons in the Council via email or phone regarding this tender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ce5f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076651-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45100000 - Site preparation work

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Jan 2026 - 24 Oct 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
corporateprocurement@milton-keynes.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01908691691

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ12 Milton Keynes

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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