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Pollyfield Play Area Upgrade

TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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17 Nov 2025 at 09:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Torridge District Council, situated in Bideford, United Kingdom, is focused on upgrading the Pollyfield Play Area. This tender, completed under the industry category of works, specifically targets the design, supply, and installation of new playground equipment. The procurement method utilised was limited, aimed at a contract below the threshold with limited competition. The contract was awarded to TK Play Ltd on 28th October 2025, and the project is scheduled to run from 21st November 2025 to 31st December 2025, with the possibility of an extension if required due to adverse weather conditions. The primary location for this project is Bideford, North Devon, within the UKK43 region. The total contract value stands at £108,069.42 (gross).

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses specializing in playground equipment and park installations, as well as those offering landscaping work for playgrounds. Given the specific requirements and the scope for future project expansions, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise are well-positioned to benefit from similar contracts. Companies like TK Play Ltd, which successfully secured this contract, exemplify the ideal type of business well-suited to participate in such procurement processes, thereby promoting growth and establishing a solid foothold in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Pollyfield Play Area Upgrade

Notice Description

Design, supply and installation of new play equipment for Pollyfield Play Area, Bideford, North Devon.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e21b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074238-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,057 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 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
TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@torridge.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIDEFORD
Postcode
EX39 2QG
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Torridge
Electoral Ward
Bideford North
Westminster Constituency
Torridge and Tavistock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TK PLAY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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