This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Apr 2026 at 11:16

Tender

06 Nov 2025 at 16:11

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Weston-super-Mare Town Council engaging in a contract for the design and build of the Maltlands Play Area. This procurement falls under the 'works' category and is located in Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom. The contracting process has progressed to the award stage, with notable dates including the contract signing on 17th March 2026 and its completion expected by 31st July 2026. The procurement method used is selective, described as a competitive flexible procedure, ensuring that only qualified companies are invited to tender. Companies had until 27th November 2025 to express interest, and the tender analysis was scheduled from 9th to 13th February 2026. This project aims to create a comprehensive play area, necessitating experience in similar projects involving playground equipment and safety surfacing.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in playground construction and design, safety management, and offering innovative solutions in recreational facilities. Suitable businesses likely have experience in similar projects and can effectively navigate the competitive flexible procedure outlined by the Town Council. With the contract valued at £150,000 and the possibility of additional works, SMEs with proven capabilities in providing high-quality playground equipment and safety surfacing will find this tender appealing. Moreover, businesses demonstrating excellent health and safety records and commitment to social value projects will benefit from approaching this opportunity, particularly those that can meet the project's timelines and quality expectations. Companies that actively engage with community projects may find this tender advantageous for future growth and reputation enhancement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Design and Build of Maltlands Play Area

Notice Description

Weston-super-Mare Town Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably experienced and qualified companies for design and build of a play area at the Maltlands in Weston-super-Mare, with an estimated value of PS150,000. The contractor will need to have proven and demonstrated experience in similar projects and the wide-ranging skill bases to achieve the various elements of the contract which include liaison and design of a Play Area, health & safety management and defect diagnosis.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dc22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034089-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Weston-super-Mare Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WESTON-SUPER-MARE
Postcode
BS23 1LN
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Weston-super-Mare Central
Westminster Constituency
Weston-super-Mare

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROLUDIC LIMITED

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