Planning

Rivermead Refurbishment Project

BENSON PARISH COUNCIL

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Planning

04 Feb 2026 at 12:06

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Benson Parish Council is in the planning stage for the Rivermead Refurbishment Project, a procurement initiative focused on enhancing a key local area in Wallingford, UK. The procurement process has been initiated with a preliminary market engagement notice published on 4th February 2026, and interested parties are encouraged to engage by the due date of 28th February 2026. This project falls under the works category, specifically targeting landscaping work for parks, construction work for swimming pools, and grounds maintenance services. The total project value is estimated at £300,000 gross, with a specific tender budget of £250,000. The refurbishment aims to improve accessibility and facilities, including the replacement of a paddling pool and enhancements to the surrounding landscape, with work scheduled to begin in August 2026 and complete by October 2026.

This tender provides a notable opportunity for businesses in the construction and landscaping sectors, particularly those with experience in developing public spaces. The project is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its tailored specifications and the opportunities it presents for showcasing expertise in modern aquatic play facilities and integrated landscaping solutions. Companies specialising in sustainable landscape design, public art integration, and community-focused infrastructure development will find this tender aligns with their service offerings, aiding business growth through a high-profile local government project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Rivermead Refurbishment Project

Notice Description

The Parish Council has allocated funding to refurbish and improve the landscape of the site in order to enhance the experience of people using it, including the renewal of the paddling pool (which is the focal point of the site) with a similar facility offering modern, additional aquatic play facilities. It is envisaged that the newly refurbished area will cater for the needs of all existing users but also offer a more open and accessible facility with better integration into its surroundings. Key elements of the improvements will include new stepped and ramped access to the site in the north-east corner from the A4074; replacement of the paddling pool facility; refurbishment or replacement of the canoe/kayak storage shed; refurbishment of the gated vehicle access from Preston Crowmarsh; refurbishment of the existing slipway into the river; re-modelling of the soft landscape, treescape and footpaths to incorporate new seating, open shelters and (perhaps) a small element of public art; refurbishment of the riverbank to integrate public fishing points and open views over the river. The Parish Council is looking to engage with potential suppliers / contractors with relevant experience to develop more detailed options for the project and establish outline budgets prior to community consultation on a final scheme proposal.

Planning Information

A project brief is available from the Parish Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009920-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

45112711 - Landscaping work for parks

45212212 - Construction work for swimming pool

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Feb 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BENSON PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rivermead@bensonpc.org.uk
Contact Phone
01491 825038

Buyer Location

Locality
WALLINGFORD
Postcode
OX10 6LZ
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Benson & Crowmarsh
Westminster Constituency
Henley and Thame

Further Information

Notice Documents

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