Planning

Changing Places Facilities

CASTLE POINT BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

18 Mar 2026 at 14:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being initiated by Castle Point Borough Council in collaboration with Essex County Council for the enhancement of South Benfleet Playing Fields. The project, titled "Changing Places Facilities," falls under the works category and aims to construct inclusive and accessible amenities, including a fully compliant Changing Places facility. This initiative, poised at the planning stage, is focused on ensuring dignified access for all visitors. Located in Benfleet, United Kingdom, the tender process involves preliminary market engagement, set to conclude by 10th April 2026, with further notice expected by 14th April 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in construction work. Businesses involved with infrastructure development, particularly those focusing on accessibility improvements and facilities management, are well-suited for this procurement process. The contract period extends from July to mid-August 2026, allowing enterprises to contribute to a community-focused project while expanding their portfolio within the public sector. Participation in this tender could bolster a company's reputation for delivering inclusive environments and enhance its visibility among governmental bodies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Changing Places Facilities

Notice Description

As part of this responsibility, the Authority is leading the enhancement of South Benfleet Playing Fields, which includes the creation of the borough's inclusive and accessible playground and improvements to the South Benfleet Pavilion. The installation of a new fully compliant Changing Places facility, together with the refurbishment of associated WCs and shower areas, forms a critical element of this wider programme. These works are intended to ensure that all visitors, including disabled and non ambulant users, have access to safe, dignified, and appropriate facilities, independent of the operating hours of other services (HOME) located within the pavilion.

Planning Information

https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=8bad8448-b322-f111-813c-005056b64545 Please alternatively email a completed PME document directly to alex.ullmer@essex.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066dba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024656-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 14 Aug 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
CASTLE POINT BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BENFLEET
Postcode
SS7 1TF
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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