Award

West Park play area refurbishment and installation of an outdoor gym

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 Jan 2026 at 12:25

Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 13:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has successfully completed the procurement process titled "West Park play area refurbishment and installation of an outdoor gym" under an open competition method. This project, falling under the industry category of works, involves refurbishing an existing play area with new equipment and surfacing, along with the installation of outdoor gym equipment. The project is set in Bradford, United Kingdom (Region UKE41) and the associated contract, awarded to Ground Inc Ltd on 12 January 2026, is valued at £91,292 excluding VAT and initiated on 16 February 2026, concluding on 31 May 2027. 

This tender opens avenues for businesses particularly in the construction and landscaping sectors, including those specialising in playground and outdoor fitness equipment. With an initial tender process having attracted competitive interest from multiple SMEs, this contract represents a lucrative opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises equipped with relevant expertise in safety-compliant (SSIP) operations and innovative playground solutions. Its requirements highlight a focus on quality, social value, and pricing, offering a platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering superior outdoor recreational environments. 

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Notice Title

West Park play area refurbishment and installation of an outdoor gym

Notice Description

Works to refurbish an existing play area, including the installation of new specified equipment and surfacing works, together with the installation of new specified outdoor gym equipment and safety surfacing, as per the Design, Pricing and Specification documents included in the tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008005-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

37535200 - Playground equipment

37535210 - Playground swings

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

45212213 - Sport markings works

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£94,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£94,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£91,292 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Aleksandra Zelazek
Contact Email
aleksandra.zelazek@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GROUND

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