Tender

Mainway Play Area Installation, Rochdale

ROCHDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 14:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Rochdale Borough Council involves an open tender for the 'Mainway Play Area Installation' project in Rochdale. Classified under the 'works' industry category, the project entails the supply and installation of a new play area with additional construction features such as a tarmac access path. The procurement is at the 'Tender' stage, with key deadlines including the end of the enquiry period on 20th February 2026 and the submission deadline on 27th February 2026. The council is seeking to replace a previously removed playground, enhancing community facilities. The entire procurement process follows an open competition method below the threshold, allowing wide participation.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses in the construction and playground equipment sectors. Companies that specialise in such projects, particularly those that offer high-quality solutions with a focus on social value, stand to benefit. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, providing them a chance to grow and gain experience with public sector projects. With a contract value estimated at over £150,000, this procurement offers substantial financial prospects and community engagement potential for participating firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mainway Play Area Installation, Rochdale

Notice Description

The supply and install of a New Play Area off Mainway Middleton to replace a recently removed end of life play area in the vicinity. We also require a Tarmac access path and Chicane to be installed at the paths junction with Mainway. Further information can be found in the tender package at the following chest reference - DN804814

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a40
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011016-2026
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
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,375 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£125,375 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 15 May 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
ROCHDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ROCHDALE
Postcode
OL16 1XU
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Rochdale
Electoral Ward
Central Rochdale
Westminster Constituency
Rochdale

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