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High Ropes Repair at Carlton Adventure

HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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16 Apr 2026 at 08:26

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Hartlepool Borough Council has awarded a contract for the repair of high ropes at Carlton Adventure, located in the UKC region of North East England. The procurement process reached the award stage on 15th April 2026, with the contract being signed shortly thereafter. The project concerns the replacement of a defective structural pole to ensure safety and operational integrity at the adventure site. Classified within the outdoor sports equipment industry category, this procurement was conducted directly without competition, given its urgent nature and the specific expertise required. The repair work is poised to begin on 20th April 2026 and conclude by 19th May 2026, with an overall contract value of £17,160.

This contract offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in technical outdoor solutions, particularly those experienced in high ropes systems. Technical Outdoor Solutions Limited has been chosen to execute these repairs due to their familiarity with Carlton Adventure's infrastructure, indicating an advantageous position for SMEs possessing niche expertise in specialised outdoor installations. Such contracts can bolster business profiles and industry reputation, paving the way for future projects in safety-critical recreational infrastructure. High-value contracts like these underscore the importance of trust and reliability in supplier relationships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

High Ropes Repair at Carlton Adventure

Notice Description

These works relate to the replacement of a defective structural pole identified during a recent safety inspection at Carlton Adventures High Ropes Course. The supplier selected (Technical Outdoor Solutions) to carry out these works designed and rewired the course in 2016/2017 and retain knowledge of the original design, engineering tolerances and integrated safety systems. The replacement must align precisely with the existing structure to maintain certification and safe operation. Technical Outdoor Solutions are the only provider in the North East with the required expertise and familiarity with this installation. The repair is a matter of urgency to mitigate safety, operational risk and existing business and bookings and the use of the original supplier enables swift action and minimal disruption.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683b0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034487-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

CPV Codes

37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£14,300 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 May 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 8AY
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hartlepool
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Hartlepool

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TECHNICAL OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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