Tender

Phase 3 Playground Works

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

08 Apr 2026 at 11:32

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process is initiated by Newcastle City Council for the "Phase 3 Playground Works" project, situated in the UKC22 region of the United Kingdom. The industry category is focused on recreation installations, and the procurement stage is currently at the tender stage. The tender involves the refurbishment of four play areas at Tyne Riverside Country Park, Elswick Park, Blakelaw Park, and City Stadium, aiming to enhance these sites to be accessible and inclusive. Interested parties should note the deadline for tender submission is 20th May 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 13th May 2026. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, with a gross budget of GBP 1,080,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering, construction, and inclusive play space design. Given the emphasis on quality and price within the award criteria, businesses with a strong portfolio in delivering high-quality works at competitive prices could find this tender attractive. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable to participate, facilitating potential growth through public sector engagement. Companies experienced in developing inclusive facilities with robust design and build capabilities will be well-suited to compete for this contract, ultimately enhancing their business presence in the public procurement market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Phase 3 Playground Works

Notice Description

The Newcastle City Council Phase 3 Play Schemes - Enhanced, Inclusive & Accessible Sites project involves the Design & Build refurbishment of 4 existing play areas at the following locations: * Tyne Riverside Country Park * Elswick Park * Blakelaw Park * City Stadium It is intended that the above play areas are substantially improved to become 'Enhanced, Accessible and Inclusive' facilities as identified in the Newcastle Accessible and Inclusive Play Area Plan (2025). The works will be advertised on the OPEN portal on behalf of Newcastle City Council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067de4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031901-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45212140 - Recreation installation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 1-2 years
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
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC22 Tyneside
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

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