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Talbot Street Rec Play Area Refurbishment

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

13 May 2026 at 12:03

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

30 Jan 2026 at 14:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has awarded a contract for the "Talbot Street Rec Play Area Refurbishment" as part of a public procurement process. This contract pertains to the refurbishment of playground equipment, including the removal and installation of various play structures and resurfacing work. Located in Bradford, United Kingdom, the procurement falls under the "works" category with additional elements classified under "goods". Initially tendered through an open competition below the threshold, the process has advanced to the contract award stage as of 13th May 2026, with the contract set to commence on 1st June 2026 until 1st August 2027. Ground Inc Ltd, a supplier based in Altrincham, was selected as the contractor, suggesting their expertise in playground-related projects.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in playground equipment manufacturing, landscaping, and infrastructure refurbishment, particularly those skilled in safety surfacing and playground installations. The procurement process encouraged participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs), although no SME bids were finally submitted. Companies specialising in construction, landscaping, and bespoke equipment provision are well-suited to compete in such tenders, especially if they hold memberships with recognised safety schemes and deliver value through their quality and social contributions. This opportunity underscores the potential for firms to expand their public sector footprint, as the project allows for comprehensive involvement in both the play area enhancement and associated environmental improvements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Talbot Street Rec Play Area Refurbishment

Notice Description

Removal of the multiplay and swing frame combination unit, along with surfacing. Refurbishment of the existing swing frame, roundabout and two rocker units. New safety surfacing installation, new surface installation, new asphalt path, tree planting and street furniture installation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061312
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043816-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

37535210 - Playground swings

37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus

37535240 - Playground slides

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,177 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,177 Under £100K
Awards Value
£40,102 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 1 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Postcode Area
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE41 Bradford
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Ground Inc Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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