This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

15 May 2026 at 07:35

Planning

02 Mar 2026 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

South Derbyshire District Council is actively engaged in a procurement process for the design and construction of a new woodland-themed play area at Rosliston Forestry Centre. This project, valued at £300,000, falls under the 'works' industry category and is currently in the 'Tender' stage with a tender period closing on 12th June 2026. The procurement method is 'open', indicating a competitive procedure, and the award period is set to conclude by 10th July 2026. Located in the UKF region, the project seeks to replace outdated play equipment with a unique destination-standard facility, complementing the existing popular attractions like the Sparrowhawk play feature.

The opportunity offers a significant avenue for growth for businesses specialising in bespoke play equipment, construction, and landscaping services. The open procedure allows for wide participation, and companies that can deliver high-quality, innovative outdoor installations are ideally positioned to benefit. Both SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate. The contract emphasises technical quality, social value, and price, with considerable weighting given to non-price factors. Businesses demonstrating competence in delivering complex design-and-build projects, particularly those with experience in integrating recreational facilities with natural landscapes, will find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

V4SDDC047 New Play Equipment (Rosliston)

Notice Description

South Derbyshire District Council is seeking designs and proposals for the delivery of a bespoke, high quality and inclusive woodland themed play area at Rosliston Forestry Centre. The project replaces the existing equipment, excluding the popular play tractor and aims to create a unique destination-standard facility aligned with the National Forest setting. The supplier will be required to deliver a full design-and-build service, including: * Removal and disposal of existing play equipment (tractor retained unless a similar themed item with similar play value is proposed). * Design of a new bespoke woodland themed play area. * Construction, installation and commissioning of all new equipment. * Provision of all safety surfacing, hard and soft landscaping, footpaths and fencing. * Integration with the surrounding landscape, ensuring links to the picnic area and Sparrowhawk feature.

Planning Information

South Derbyshire District Council is seeking Expressions of Interest for an exciting new design & build project to provide a spectacular new play area for Rosliston Forestry Centre. Please email sddcprocurement@v4services.com to express your interest in this opportunity. We would also like to invite prospective suppliers to a Supplier Day on Monday 23rd March to view the site. Supplier Day When: Monday 23rd March 2026 Where: Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote. Derbyshire. DE12 8JX How to book: Please email sddcprocurement@v4services.com to book an appointment. 40 minute slots will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Notes: Due to the need to manage numbers, we ask that a maximum of 4 representatives from each company attend. Expected time slots: Time 10:00-10:40 10:40-11:20 11:20-11:50 11:50-12:20 12:20-13:00

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fb4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044739-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

34928200 - Fences

37535200 - Playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

45212140 - Recreation installation

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 24 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWADLINCOTE
Postcode
DE11 0AH
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
South Derbyshire
Electoral Ward
Swadlincote
Westminster Constituency
South Derbyshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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