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Quomps Splash Park - Operation, Servicing & Seasonal Maintenance Contract (2026-2029)

Christchurch Town Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

18 Jun 2026 at 16:50

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
TenderUpdate

25 Mar 2026 at 09:22

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

24 Mar 2026 at 17:19

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Christchurch Town Council initiated a procurement process for the operation, servicing, and seasonal maintenance of the Quomps Splash Park, covering a period from 2026 to 2029, with an option to extend by an additional year. This process, specifically for the UKK24 region in the United Kingdom, falls under the category of services relating to equipment for swimming pools and maintenance of playground equipment. Initially, at the active tender stage, it sought submissions via open competition, with a deadline for tenders set for 20th April 2026. However, as of 18th June 2026, the tender was cancelled, and the corresponding award status was updated to 'cancelled' on 21st May 2026. Despite the cancellation, the contract was envisioned to comply with UK legal standards, including detailed specifications for service provision throughout the seasonal operational period.

Although the procurement was ultimately cancelled, it would have presented substantial business growth opportunities for companies experienced in splash park operations, maintenance services, and water management systems. Particularly suitable contenders would have included small to medium enterprises with capabilities in service methodology, risk and contract management, and sustainable practice innovations. Businesses specialising in providing comprehensive service packages that include daily operations, water quality management, and maintenance tasks would have found themselves well-positioned to compete under the evaluation criteria emphasising quality, value for money, and experience. The contract, had it proceeded, anticipated a gross value of GBP 148,800, designed to attract businesses focusing on delivering competitive, high-standard maintenance services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Quomps Splash Park - Operation, Servicing & Seasonal Maintenance Contract (2026-2029)

Notice Description

Christchurch Town Council is procuring a three-year contract (with an optional one-year extension) for the servicing, operation and maintenance of the Quomps Splash Park. The Contractor will provide all daily operational checks, water quality testing, chemical dosing, plant room operations, and public-facing readiness tasks throughout the seasonal operating period. The service includes two site visits per day during the open season, monthly microbiological testing using an accredited laboratory, annual deep cleaning and disinfection of the three water tanks, routine plant servicing, and reactive maintenance of pumps, filters, jets and controls. The Contractor must supply all chemicals, consumables, PPE, and specialist equipment required to deliver the service. The contract also includes seasonal commissioning, end-of-season decommissioning/winterisation, and winter call-outs for flooding or system protection. All work must comply with relevant UK water quality, safety, electrical and pool plant standards, and must be carried out by suitably competent personnel. The required services must be delivered in accordance with the detailed specification and service levels set out in the tender documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract includes an option to extend for one (1) additional year beyond the initial three-year term. This option may be exercised at the sole discretion of the Council, subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued operational need for the services, and the availability of budget.

Renewal: The contract includes the option to extend for a further one (1) year at the sole discretion of the Council. The extension may be used where the Contractor has delivered the Services to a satisfactory standard in accordance with the specification, service levels and key performance indicators, and where the Council determines that continued service provision is required. Any extension will be subject to satisfactory performance, ongoing operational need and availability of budget.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067347
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057759-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

50 - Repair and maintenance services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

43324100 - Equipment for swimming pools

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

90913100 - Tank-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£124,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£124,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Christchurch Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHRISTCHURCH
Postcode
BH23 1AY
Postcode Area
Bournemouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Christchurch Town
Westminster Constituency
Christchurch

Further Information

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