Tender

The Repair and Renovation of Fixed Play Equipment

SLOUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 10:59

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Slough Borough Council is seeking bids for the repair and renovation of fixed play equipment under an open competition procurement method. The opportunity involves performing repairs and refurbishment of outdoor fixed play equipment and surfacing in several parks, including Kedermister Park and Deerwood Park. The tender, identified as "The Repair and Renovation of Fixed Play Equipment," sits within the services industry category and is located in Slough, United Kingdom. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on the 13th of February 2026 and the submission deadline on the 27th of February 2026. The anticipated contract period is from the 13th of April 2026 to the 12th of October 2026, with an overall project value estimated at £150,000.

This tender offers a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in playground equipment repair and maintenance services. It is ideally suited for small to medium-sized enterprises that can deliver quality-focused workmanship, as the award criteria emphasise a balance between cost (40%) and quality (60%). Companies that can efficiently manage the refurbishment of outdoor settings and are equipped to adhere to the specific timelines and requirements of sub-central government projects will find this an excellent opportunity to expand their portfolio within the public sector. With the procurement being below the threshold for open competition, there are likely fewer barriers to entry, making it accessible for capable businesses to participate.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Repair and Renovation of Fixed Play Equipment

Notice Description

Slough Borough Council invites tenders for the repair and renovation of fixed play equipment, to carry out repairs and refurbishment to outdoor fixed play equipment and surfacing in Kedermister Park, Langley WM Rec, Deerwood Park, Richards Way, Concorde Way and Rochfords Gardens.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060f69
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006989-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Oct 2026 6-12 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
SLOUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Carol Wintle
Contact Email
sbcprocurement@slough.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SLOUGH
Postcode
SL1 2EL
Post Town
Slough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Slough
Electoral Ward
Herschel Park
Westminster Constituency
Slough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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