Tender

Construction of new Infant and Junior Play Parks, Aisby Walk

GAINSBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

01 May 2026 at 12:54

Summary of the contracting process

The Gainsborough Town Council has initiated a procurement process for the construction of new infant and junior play parks, titled "Aisby Activity Park," located at Aisby Walk, Gainsborough, DN21 1UL. This tender is part of the goods industry category, specifically focusing on playground equipment, with the procurement stage currently active under the open procedure. The total budget for the project is £140,000, split equally between the infant and junior parks. Prospective contractors are invited to submit tenders until 12th June 2026, with the award period commencing on 15th June 2026. The project is set to be completed by 28th February 2027. The procurement method favours electronic and written submissions, and the available languages for submission are English.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in playground equipment design, installation, and construction. Suitable businesses with experience in collaborating with councils and focus groups, as well as those capable of executing projects from consultation to final handover within budget constraints, are encouraged to participate. Contractors with a track record of creativity and originality in design, adherence to Health & Safety standards, and efficiency in maintaining zero/minimal maintenance requirements will find an excellent opportunity for growth. Engaging with local stakeholders, including a Focused Community Group and schools, is an integral aspect of this project, allowing for a tailored solution that meets the community's needs and provides a safe and innovative play area.

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Notice Title

Construction of new Infant and Junior Play Parks, Aisby Walk

Notice Description

Gainsborough Town Council are proposing to update the infant and junior play parks located in Aisby Walk, Gainsborough, DN21 1UL. The Employer wishes to invite a tender and enter into a contract with the Contractor for the design and installation of a new infant and junior park. The park following the works will be known as 'Aisby Activity Park'. This exciting project will enhance the area and provide a new leisure and play area for the local community. The design shall be developed from the information provided within the Tender Pack. The maximum budget available is PS70,000.00 net for the infant play park and PS70,000.00 net for the junior play park.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Contractor is to include for and undertake all necessary surveys, prepare all designs and specifications and carry out all works necessary to complete the development. The current area of the existing infant play park is circa 320m2 and the area of the junior play park is circa 525m2. It is proposed that the new infant play park is relocated to sit adjacent to the junior play park. Some of the play equipment could be removed and refurbished but there is an allowance for new play park equipment. The works will be undertaken as Permitted Development, due to this the design must not exceed 4 meters in height or 200 cubic meters in capacity. The Contractor is to ensure that all work is in accordance with the Drawings and Documents (and such further drawings and documents as the project dictates and as shall from time to time during the contract become necessary) so that on completion the development can be used for its intended use(s). The Contractor is to ensure that the development is completed by the Completion Date indicated in the Letter of Acceptance and is presented in a good and clean condition. The outcome of this Tender is to select a single Contractor to undertake the project from consultation to final design and construction of new infant and junior play parks to suit the needs of Gainsborough Town Council and the community. The appointed Contractor will be required to engage with Gainsborough Town Council and may be involved in engaging with a Focused Community Group and children at three local schools. This will include them to present their design and engage with the groups to enhance their design as required to fulfil the requirements and complete the final design. Gainsborough Town Council does not wish to dictate a single solution. Contractor's are invited to propose a design that best addresses the Council's objectives and the community's needs for the site. The design should be a hub for activity with a core provision for providing a safe place to play. Creativity and originality are encouraged for the Contractor to provide an impartial and informed solution, based on their experience and expertise. The Contractor is to outline previous examples of similar work, evidencing skills, Health & Safety procedures, experience collaborating with Councils and Focus Groups. The Contractor must also provide examples of projects that they have undertaken from concept to handover within budget. The Contractor must incorporate within their design the requirement for zero/minimal maintenance. Through consultation, the community have expressed an interest in the following for the infant and junior play parks. New equipment - Infant Park: * Sea Saw (expressed interest). * Rocking Equipment (expressed interest). * Slide (expressed interest). New equipment - Junior Park: * Swings (expressed interest). * Climbing Equipment (expressed interest) * Sea Saw that also spins around (expressed interest) Equipment to be refurbished - Junior Park: * Swings * Slide Fencing - Infant Park: * 1m high top fencing with 2no access gates. Fencing - Junior Park: * 1m high top fencing with 2no access gates. The above options may be explored further during the development of the design.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069057
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040540-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GAINSBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GAINSBOROUGH
Postcode
DN21 2RJ
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
West Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Gainsborough North
Westminster Constituency
Gainsborough

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