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Quotation for Brickhouse Open Space

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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25 Mar 2026 at 13:23

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24 Mar 2026 at 12:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council involves the "Quotation for Brickhouse Open Space" project, focusing on the refurbishment and enhancement of recreational areas. This process falls under the works category and is located in the UK's West Midlands, specifically Oldbury. The tender is currently in the tenderUpdate stage, with significant dates including an enquiry period ending on 3rd April 2026 and a submission deadline on 15th April 2026. This open competition is conducted under a below-threshold procurement method, allowing electronic submissions.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in landscaping and recreational area refurbishment. With a gross value of £30,000, it is particularly suited for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in landscaping, supply and installation of play and gym equipment, and those familiar with BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards will find this tender aligning well with their capabilities. The award criteria, prioritising 60% price and 40% quality, encourages competitive pricing alongside high-quality submissions, providing growth opportunities in the public sector contracting landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Quotation for Brickhouse Open Space

Notice Description

Sandwell MBC (" The Council") wishes to Invite qualified and experienced contractors to participate in a quotation exercise for the works in Brickhouse Open space * Refurbish old play areas and associated surfaces, equipment, fence etc. * Undertake hard and soft landscaping in the areas of the old play areas. * Undertake hard and soft landscaping for the installation of new play equipment and safety surfaces etc. * Supply & install new Play / Gym equipment as per specifications and all BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards. * Supply & install safety surface to comply with specifications and all BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards. * Undertake all associated specified works including, fencing, painting etc

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0672b0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027329-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45236290 - Repair work on recreational areas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OLDBURY
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG37 Sandwell
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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