Tender

Children's Playground Revamp Project

THURCROFT PARISH COUNCIL

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25 Feb 2026 at 14:45

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Summary of the contracting process

Thurcroft Parish Council is seeking bids for the "Children's Playground Revamp Project," an initiative focused on the design, supply, and installation of a revamped playground at Gordon Bennett Memorial Hall, Thurcroft, Rotherham, S66 9DD, United Kingdom. The playground aims to create a safe, inclusive play environment with distinct zones for different age groups, addressing current inadequacies such as insufficient separation between younger and older children and relocating a teenage hut for improved enjoyment and safety. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions open until 27th April 2026. The contract work is scheduled to start on 1st September 2026, ending by 23rd October 2026. This project is categorised under works with an estimated total bid value of £180,000 (gross), conducted through an open competition below threshold procurement method.

This tender offers significant business growth potential for companies specialising in playground design and construction, especially those with experience in community-focused projects. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions to improve play safety, accessibility, and community integration will find this project advantageous. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, indicating the project’s suitability for diverse business sizes capable of delivering durable, low-maintenance solutions. Companies should demonstrate relevant expertise, propose distinct designs, and meet the council's detailed selection criteria. Submission of bids requires essential documentation of experience, design concepts, and compliance with health and safety standards, ensuring robust procurement competitiveness and varied growth opportunities for participating firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Children's Playground Revamp Project

Notice Description

Thurcroft Parish Council invites suitably qualified and experienced playground design and installation companies to submit a tender for the design, supply, and installation of a revitalised children's playground at: Location: Gordon Bennett Memorial Hall, Green Arbour Rd, Thurcroft, Rotherham, S66 9DD. The Council wishes to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging play environment with clearly defined areas for younger and older children, and to relocate an existing teenage hut to a more appropriate area of the site or nearby land. The current playground no longer adequately meets the needs of all age groups. In particular: * There is insufficient separation between younger children and older users * Existing equipment lacks progression and challenge * The current location of the teenage hut impacts the enjoyment and safety of younger children The Parish Council seeks innovative proposals that address these issues while remaining sympathetic to the surrounding community. ________________________________________ Project Objectives Tenderers should demonstrate how their proposals will: * Provide distinct play zones for: o Younger children (approx. ages 2-6) o Older children (approx. ages 7-12+) * Improve safety, supervision, and accessibility * Encourage active, imaginative, and social play * Reduce conflict between different age groups * Relocate the existing teenage hut to a more suitable location (specified by the council) * Deliver a durable, low-maintenance solution ________________________________________ Scope of Works The scope includes, but is not limited to: 5.1 Design * A full playground layout plan * Clear zoning for younger and older children * Consideration of natural or physical separation (e.g. planting, fencing, surfacing, pathways) * Integration of the relocated teenage hut into an appropriate area 5.2 Equipment & Installation * Supply and installation of age-appropriate play equipment * Removal and relocation of the teenage hut to include any necessary groundwork, bases, or minor modifications * Groundworks and surfacing * Compliance with all relevant safety standards (e.g. EN 1176 / 1177) ________________________________________ Design Requirements Younger Children's Area (Indicative) * Low-level equipment suitable for early years * Inclusive and sensory play elements * Safer surfacing * Good visibility for parents and carers Older Children's Area (Indicative) * More challenging and adventurous equipment * Opportunities for physical activity and social interaction * Equipment that discourages misuse of younger play areas

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: We may consider a short extension if the chosen contractor cannot complete the works in September, mid October

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065c36
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019400-2026
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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

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
4 Mar 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 23 Oct 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
THURCROFT PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROTHERHAM
Postcode
S66 9DD
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE34 Rotherham
Delivery Location
TLE31 Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham
Local Authority
Rotherham
Electoral Ward
Thurcroft & Wickersley South
Westminster Constituency
Rother Valley

Further Information

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