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Alexandra Park - Bespoke Climbing Net and Slide

STOCKPORT METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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30 Apr 2026 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council has successfully completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of bespoke playground equipment at Alexandra Park. The tender, titled "Alexandra Park - Bespoke Climbing Net and Slide", falls under the industry category of goods with additional elements of construction work and was carried out using a limited competition method, as it was below the threshold for open competition. The contract was signed on 30th April 2026, with the project scheduled to start on 1st May 2026 and conclude by 16th July 2026. Located in Stockport, UK, the procurement was driven by statutory requirements under UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for businesses involved in the production and installation of playground equipment and construction works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those with capabilities in creating customised play structures, would find this contract aligns well with their expertise. Such projects not only enhance local infrastructure but also pave the way for future collaborations with public authorities like Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council. The awardee, MASSEY & HARRIS (ENGINEERING) LIMITED, illustrates the suitability of specialised engineering firms for projects of this nature, providing an exemplar for similar businesses aiming to expand their market reach in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Alexandra Park - Bespoke Climbing Net and Slide

Notice Description

Supply & installation of playground equipment at Alexandra Park

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068f5b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039948-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,562 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 16 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOCKPORT METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKPORT
Postcode
SK1 3XE
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD35 Greater Manchester South East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stockport
Electoral Ward
Brinnington & Stockport Central
Westminster Constituency
Stockport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MASSEY & HARRIS (ENGINEERING

Further Information

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