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

PKAT

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Award

20 May 2026 at 15:15

Tender

21 Jan 2026 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Design and re-development of the EYFS area at Nova Primary Academy" was conducted by PKAT, a public undertaking based in Peterborough, UK. The industry category of this procurement mainly involves landscaping work for playgrounds, construction work for kindergarten buildings, and playground equipment. The contract was awarded to PHOENIX PLAY LIMITED, a large supplier located in Bristol, UK. This procurement process, initiated on 21st January 2026, followed an open competition method classified as below threshold. Significant dates include the tender period ending on 16th March 2026 and the contract period from 21st July 2026 to 31st August 2026. The procurement has now completed the award stage with a contract signed on 20th May 2026.

This tender creates a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in early years educational facilities, particularly those engaged in outdoor play and learning environments. Companies that can offer innovative design solutions and demonstrate expertise in construction and landscaping will find this contract beneficial to their business growth. The project required companies to provide a combination of high-quality non-financial elements and competitive pricing, making it suitable for SMEs and larger firms that can deliver comprehensive and cohesive design-build services. Engaging in this procurement process allows businesses to establish their presence in the educational sector, showcasing their ability to enhance infrastructure effectively.

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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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a95
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046607-2026
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

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
£78,540 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 2026Today
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PKAT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOENIX PLAY

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