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Supply & Installation of Play Equipment Closed Framework

Norse Commercial Services Limited

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06 May 2026 at 08:28

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Norse Commercial Services Limited, the largest commercial local authority trading company in the UK, has facilitated an award process on behalf of Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council. The procurement titled "Supply & Installation of Play Equipment Closed Framework" falls under the works category and involves the installation of playground equipment across several parks within the Rochford District and Brentwood Borough Councils over the next four years. The process, which has reached the award stage, saw the contract awarded through a selective method under a closed framework. Key dates include a contract period from 1st April 2026 to 30th June 2026, with a total contract value of approximately £72,000, including VAT. The procurement has closed with one supplier, HAGS-SMP, selected for the task.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) experienced in supplying and installing play and outdoor sports equipment. The selective procurement process indicates a preference for qualified suppliers who can ensure high standards of safety and quality in children's play equipment. The closed framework, comprising up to five suppliers, allows for repeated engagement and potential future contracts, making it an attractive proposition for businesses aiming to establish long-term relationships with local councils. Ideal candidates for this tender would likely be those with a strong track record in delivering innovative outdoor play solutions and the capability to manage installations across various park sizes ranging from 1,000m² to 3,000m².

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply & Installation of Play Equipment Closed Framework

Notice Description

The NORSE GROUP are the largest commercial local authority trading company in the UK, with the aim of improving people's lives whilst generating a sustainable and ethical profit for the public sector. On behalf of Rochford District Council & Brentwood Borough Council Norse are seeking suitably qualified bids for the supply and installation of play equipment via a closed framework. This Framework is intended for use for Rochford District & Brentwood Borough Councils only, and Norse Commercial Services as the Contracting Authority, may make any award to appoint suppliers to this Framework through this competition. Rochford District & Brentwood Borough Councils are authorised to award call-off contracts under this Framework during its term. Norse Group are seeking bids from suitably qualified suppliers for the establishment of a closed framework of up to 5 suppliers for the supply and installation of play equipment and surfaces. The equipment is planned to be installed over a number of play parks over the next four years within the Rochford District and Brentwood Borough Councils. The smallest size of play park area is around 1,000m2 and the largest would be around 3,000m2.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0691ee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041279-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
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

37400000 - Sports goods and equipment

37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

37535200 - Playground equipment

45212213 - Sport markings works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Norse Commercial Services Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR6 6EQ
Postcode Area
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Catton Grove
Westminster Constituency
Norwich North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAGS-SMP Limited.

Further Information

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