Tender

Invitation to Tender for Design & Build of Indoor Padel Courts at South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre

SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

28 May 2026 at 12:27

Planning

26 Mar 2026 at 13:40

Summary of the contracting process

South Ribble Borough Council has initiated a public procurement process seeking tenders for the design and construction of three indoor padel courts at the South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. This project, currently in the tender stage, aligns with the Council's goal to expand its racquet sports offerings and improve community access to modern sports facilities. The procurement falls under the construction work for sports facilities category, and the bidding is structured as an open competition below the threshold, allowing companies to submit their proposals electronically. Key dates to note include the deadline for the submission of tenders on 25th June 2026 and the end of the enquiry period on 18th June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in sports facility construction, as well as suppliers of court sports equipment, to expand their market presence and grow their business. Given the criteria, businesses focusing on quality, social value, and competitive pricing have substantial ground to succeed. The procurement process is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), encouraging their participation in the sector. Successful bidders will not only contribute to enhancing community sports infrastructure but also benefit from exposure and partnership with a reputable public authority, fostering long-term growth and development in the industry.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Design & Build of Indoor Padel Courts at South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre

Notice Description

South Ribble Borough Council is seeking tenders for the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of three new indoor padel courts to be created within the existing indoor tennis hall at South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre, Cuerden Way, Bamber Bridge, Lancashire PR5 6BJ. This project supports the organisation's strategic aim to expand its racquet sport offer, increase participation, and enhance community access to high quality, modern sports facilities.

Planning Information

South Ribble Borough Council is seeking responses to the questions included in the Pre-Market Engagement document. The current intention for the full procurement process is to tender for the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of three new indoor Padel courts, with the response(s) to this exercise helping to finalise the Specification & other aspects of the tender documents. Information on this exercise can be found at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06752e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050316-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
9 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 30 Oct 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 RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEYLAND
Postcode
PR25 1DH
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD45 Mid Lancashire

Local Authority
South Ribble
Electoral Ward
Broadfield
Westminster Constituency
South Ribble

Further Information

Notice Documents

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