Tender

Design and re-development of the EYFS area at Nova Primary Academy

PKAT

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Tender

21 Jan 2026 at 09:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The tender process, initiated by the buying organisation PKAT, involves a project titled "Design and re-development of the EYFS area at Nova Primary Academy." This procurement falls under the industry categories of landscaping, construction work for kindergartens, and playground equipment. Located in Middleton, Peterborough, the procurement stage is currently open for tender. Companies interested must submit their proposals by 16th March 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 27th February 2026. Conducted under an open procurement method with a value of £120,000 (gross), this project presents an opportunity in the works category.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in construction and landscaping for educational facilities. It is especially suitable for SMEs and VCSEs due to its criteria emphasizing quality and price, which are weighted at 60% and 40%, respectively. The contract period is set from 21st July 2026 to 31st August 2026, providing a clear timeline for project delivery. Companies with expertise in designing and supplying playground equipment, and those skilled in construction work for school settings, will find this tender particularly advantageous. The open competition nature of this procurement encourages diverse company participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and re-development of the EYFS area at Nova Primary Academy

Notice Description

This tender has been prepared by Keys Academies Trust (Keys) for the purpose of inviting proposals from a suitably qualified company to design and re-develop an existing outdoor Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) facility located next at Nova Primary Academy, Middleton, Peterborough PE3 9XJ

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a95
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005103-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

45214100 - Construction work for kindergarten buildings

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 31 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
PKAT
Contact Name
Howard Nelson
Contact Email
hnelson@pkat.co.uk
Contact Phone
01733 889124

Buyer Location

Locality
PETERBOROUGH
Postcode
PE3 9PN
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Ravensthorpe
Westminster Constituency
Peterborough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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