Tender

Provision of an Inclusive Playground at Shoebury East Beach

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

20 Nov 2025 at 16:17

Summary of the contracting process

Southend-on-Sea City Council is inviting tenders for the construction of a new inclusive playground at Shoebury East Beach. This project falls under the 'works' industry category and entails the provision and installation of playground equipment, pathways, ground finishes, fences, and planting. It is specifically designed for SMEs. The procurement process is in the 'tender' stage, and submissions must be made electronically via the Council's e-tender system, Pro-Contract. The deadline for tender submission is 19th December 2025 at 12:00 pm. The contract period is set to begin on 9th March 2026 and conclude on 14th August 2026. The total contract value is estimated at £636,000, with a net value of £530,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for companies in the construction and landscaping industries, especially those specialising in park and playground equipment, as well as landscaping work for playgrounds. By participating, businesses can expand their portfolio by engaging in a project that enhances community facilities. Companies that have the capability to operate within the specified budget and meet the tender requirements, particularly SMEs, are well-suited to compete in this open, below-threshold competition. Such a contract could significantly boost a company's profile and facilitate future business growth through successful completion and partnership with a reputable local council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of an Inclusive Playground at Shoebury East Beach

Notice Description

Construction of a new inclusive playground at Shoeburyness East Beach. Works to include provision and installation of play equipment, pathways, ground finishes, fences and planting. Works to be undertaken in conjunction with the JCT Minor Works Contract with Design.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e5d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075815-2025
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£530,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£530,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 14 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
paulahattin@southend.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHEND ON SEA
Postcode
SS2 6FA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075815-2025
    20th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://procontract.due-north.com
    The procurement will be conducted electronically via the Council's e-tender facility Pro-Contract https://procontract.due-north.com. Your organisation will need to register on the e-tender system where registration is free of charge. Once you have registered you will need to express an interest in this opportunity (E-Tender Project ID: DN788007), then look at 'My Opportunities' where you will be able to view all the tender documents. Any tender queries in relation to this project must be raised as a clarification request via the messaging portal on the e-tender facility.

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