Tender

Callington Skate Park

CALLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL

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27 Oct 2025 at 12:39

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23 Oct 2025 at 13:34

Summary of the contracting process

Callington Town Council is inviting tenders for the construction of a skate park, located in Callington, Cornwall, UK. The procurement falls under the construction and recreational services industry categories. The tender process is currently active in the update stage, with the tender period closing on 24th November 2025, at 5:00 PM, and the award period concluding on 16th December 2025. This open procedure is governed by the legal basis under UKPGA 2023/54 and is valued at £300,000 gross, with a net amount of £240,000. Interested parties can submit their proposals electronically and must ensure delivery of a hard copy to the Town Hall, New Road, Callington, PL17 7BE, marked "Confidential: Skate Park Tender."

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, landscaping, and recreational facility development to grow their portfolio. The project includes comprehensive site preparation, installation of street-style features, concrete skatepark elements, and extensive landscaping. Companies with expertise in quality craftsmanship and proven past experience would be well-suited for this endeavour, which prioritises innovation, sustainability, and social value commitments. Given the focus on quality and project management, businesses with experience in public works and provision of community facilities stand a strong chance in securing this contract. The contract period runs from 19th January 2026 to 31st December 2026, with evaluation criteria including quality, approach, previous experience, and budget considerations. Being VCSE-suitable, it also encourages enterprise participation from voluntary, community, and social enterprises.

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Notice Title

Callington Skate Park

Notice Description

Construction Plan 1. Scope of Works. The works will include: * Site preparation and demolition of existing fence. * Earthworks, grading and sub-base preparation. * Installation of drainage systems. * Construction of reinforced concrete skatepark elements (bowls, ramps, platforms, coping). * Installation of street-style features (rails, ledges, stairs). * Perimeter works including pathways and landscaping. * Site clean-up, quality checks, and handover. 2. Methodology 2.1 Mobilisation * Establish site compound, temporary fencing and signage. * Set out works in accordance with approved design drawings. * Conduct pre-start meetings with subcontractors and suppliers. 2.2 Site Preparation * Clear vegetation, debris and unsuitable materials. * Carry out excavation to design levels. * Import and compact subgrade fill where required. 2.3 Drainage & Utilities * Install sub-surface drainage to prevent water pooling. * Connect to existing stormwater infrastructure. * Install conduits for future lighting and services. 2.4 Concrete Works * Coping and edging hot dipped galvanised. Cut ends to be treated with corrosion resistant paint system * Formwork, steel reinforcement and shotcrete application for bowls and ramps. * Machine finishing followed by hand-trowelling for smooth riding surfaces. * Expansion joints, coping stones and steel edges installed. 2.5 Ancillary Works * Install prefabricated hot dipped galvanised rails, ledges and modular features. * Construct pathways, seating areas and viewing zones. * Landscape the surrounding area. 3. Health, Safety & Environmental Management * Works to be carried out in accordance with [local construction safety legislation]. * Dust suppression and noise control measures. * Daily toolbox talks and risk assessments. * Waste management and recycling plan. * Public safety maintained through secure site fencing and restricted access. * Working hours 0800 to 1700. * All operatives working on site should have relevant CSCS cards.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d292
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068531-2025
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jo Taylor
Contact Email
clerk@callington-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07877 647 135

Buyer Location

Locality
CALLINGTON
Postcode
PL17 7BE
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Callington & St Dominic
Westminster Constituency
South East Cornwall

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