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Main 3G pitch and shock pad replacement at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

14 Apr 2026 at 12:53

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

27 Jan 2026 at 12:06

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 14:09

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council has concluded a contract for the refurbishment of the main 3G pitch at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre, focusing on upgrading the synthetic carpet and shockpad system to meet FIFA Quality standards and enhance player safety. The procurement process, governed by Welsh devolved regulations, began with a tender stage inviting open competition, culminating in an award to Blakedown Sport and Play Ltd. This contract, classified under works related to sports facilities, was signed on 20th March 2026 and includes a refurbishment period ending on 30th April 2026. Positioned in Ebbw Vale, UKL16, this project is part of the council's initiative to extend the lifespan and performance of sports amenities.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in sports facility maintenance and refurbishment, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality surface restoration work. Enterprises that align with industry standards and cater to below-threshold open competitions are well-suited to engage in such projects. The involvement of large-scale suppliers like Blakedown Sport and Play Ltd. highlights the potential for similar businesses to expand their portfolio in public contracts, thus facilitating growth via infrastructure enhancement ventures. With opportunities for SMEs to partake, the tender encourages diverse competition, enabling companies to showcase their technical mastery and commercial efficacy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Main 3G pitch and shock pad replacement at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre

Notice Description

To confirm contract award for this project, which focuses on the full refurbishment of the main 3G pitch at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre, including the removal and replacement of the existing synthetic carpet and shockpad system. The purpose of this upgrade is to restore surface performance to FIFA Quality standards, improve player safety, and extend the lifespan of the facility.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea35
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033726-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£244,633 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£244,633 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EBBW VALE
Postcode
NP23 6DN
Postcode Area
Newport
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
TLL16 Gwent Valleys
Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Electoral Ward
Ebbw Vale South
Westminster Constituency
Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Blakedown Sport and Play Ltd.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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