Tender

Gasson's Lane Playground Installation

SOMERTON TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Dec 2025 at 17:03

Summary of the contracting process

Somerton Town Council invites tenders for the installation of playground equipment at Gasson's Lane, aiming to enhance imagination and inclusivity for children aged 2 to 14. This project falls under the category of works and involves the supply and installation of play equipment along with playground surfacing to encourage outdoor play. Located in Somerton, UK, the procurement process is currently at the tender stage with an open competition procurement method, capped under the below-threshold rule. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 27 January 2026, with initial inquiries closing on 16 January 2026. The tender is guided by UK legal standards, specifically the 2023/54 UKPGA legislation, ensuring compliance with the required statutory framework.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment and surfacing, particularly those committed to using sustainable materials. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) have suitability criteria for bidding, encouraging innovation and the utilisation of environmentally friendly products. The evaluation criteria focus on imagination, inclusivity, and innovation, alongside the durability and environmental impact of the products proposed. Businesses experienced in recreation installations and landscaping for playgrounds have a favourable chance to showcase their expertise and to engage with the public through consultations and presentations as part of the selection process. Contractors can leverage their distinctive product ranges to cater to the diverse play values emphasised by the Council, positioning themselves for potential future opportunities within this domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gasson's Lane Playground Installation

Notice Description

Supply and installation of new play equipment (ages from 2 - 14 years) including play area surfacing. The principal focus of the new play equipment is imagination and inclusivity, providing play items for 2-14-year-old age group. The Council is seeking a play area which incorporates imagination, challenge, and excitement for the target age group. The list of play equipment items is intentionally generic by description, allowing Contractors to use their innovation and experience from within their own organisations and product ranges. The Council is content with a range of materials to be use. The Council would seek to see the use of sustainable or environmentally friendly products which are durable in nature.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f619
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083062-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

45212140 - Recreation installation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 12 Jun 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
SOMERTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lydia Mason
Contact Email
town.clerk@somertontowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441458272236

Buyer Location

Locality
SOMERTON
Postcode
TA11 6SB
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Somerton
Westminster Constituency
Glastonbury and Somerton

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