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INVITATION TO TENDER (ITT) Norton in Hales Playground Refurbishment

NORTON IN HALES PARISH COUNCIL

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10 Feb 2026 at 17:10

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Summary of the contracting process

Norton in Hales Parish Council, located in Whitchurch, United Kingdom, has issued an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the refurbishment of its playground. The tender aims to select experienced playground designers and installers for the design, supply, and installation of new play equipment, including safety surfacing, in the village playing field. The project is looking to create an innovative and inclusive play space suitable for toddlers to mid-teens, with an operational lifespan of at least 20 years. Key dates to note include the enquiry period closing on 23 February 2026 and the tender submission period ending on 11 March 2026. This procurement stage is currently in the 'tender' phase, under the open procurement method, with a gross budget of £72,000.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment design and installation to expand their market presence and enhance their portfolio through collaboration with a public authority. Companies proficient in delivering high-value play equipment and safety surfacing that meet British and European standards will find this project particularly advantageous. Furthermore, businesses that can provide comprehensive maintenance and environmental performance solutions will be favourably positioned within the tender evaluation, focusing on factors such as lifecycle cost and inclusivity. Additionally, the Council has reserved options for additional items like picnic benches and bins, further creating potential for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

INVITATION TO TENDER (ITT) Norton in Hales Playground Refurbishment

Notice Description

Norton in Hales Parish Council invites experienced playground designers/installers to submit a tender for the design, supply and installation of new play equipment and associated safety surfacing. The play area is intended for children ranging from toddlers to mid-teens and shall provide innovative, inclusive play opportunities with a minimum expected operational lifespan of 20 years. All works, equipment and impact absorbing surfacing (IAS) must be manufactured, tested and installed to relevant British and European standards (including BS EN 1176 and BS EN 1177). Project Background and Objectives The Council is proposing to replace existing playground equipment and install new equipment with appropriate safety surfacing within the fenced play area located in the village playing field. The design brief has been developed by a Council playground working group with community consultation. The Council's aim is to create an innovative, inclusive, modern play space that acts as a community hub and offers play facilities for all abilities. Lifecycle cost, ease of maintenance, availability of spare parts and environmental performance will be important considerations in tender evaluation. Scope of Works It is proposed that suitable site set up including a welfare unit, space for material storage, a secured site and waste removal will be provided FOC. However, please include these items as additional line items that can be considered outside of the budget should the Parish Council decide to include them in the contract Base Scope (within budget) * Design development and detailed layout drawings suitable for construction and approvals. * Supply and installation of new play equipment suitable for ages from toddlers to mid-teens. * Supply and installation of compliant impact-absorbing safety surfacing where required. * Temporary works, setting out, foundations, fixings and all associated installation activities. * Reinstatement of disturbed ground, fencing interfaces, paths, kerbs and adjacent features affected by the works. * Provision of O&M information, maintenance schedules, inspection regimes and asset data for Council handover. * Commissioning and facilitation of an independent RoSPA Post-Installation Inspection (PII) and closure of all defects noted before handover.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d38
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012138-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

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

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jul 2026 30 days
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
NORTON IN HALES PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cllrdcliff@nortoninhales-pc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WHITCHURCH
Postcode
SY13 2BS
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Prees
Westminster Constituency
North Shropshire

Further Information

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