Tender

Design, supply and install a new accessible play area for young children

CROWTHORNE PARISH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Crowthorne Parish Council is inviting tenders for the design, supply, and installation of a new accessible play area for young children. This project, located in Crowthorne, UK, aims to enhance the Morgan Recreation Ground and support local plans and needs, with a maximum budget of £130,000. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with key deadlines for enquiries ending on 1st June 2026 and submissions closing on 10th June 2026. The contract is set to begin on 7th September 2026 and conclude by 16th October 2026. This open competition falls under the "Works" category, specifically targeting site preparation and recreation installation works, utilising a below-threshold procurement method.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in leisure facilities construction and recreation installations. Companies experienced in designing inclusive play spaces that cater to children of all abilities will find this contract particularly aligned with their expertise. With an open competition process, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, amplifying their growth potential by contributing to a significant community-focused project that promises increased public engagement and enhanced local infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Design, supply and install a new accessible play area for young children

Notice Description

The total project cost for this bid shall not exceed PS130 000. Project vision Crowthorne Parish Council would like to create an inspirational accessible play area for younger children of all abilities in order to: * Make the most of this popular village facility. * Generate more footfall in the Morgan Recreation Ground and therefore the High Street. * Deliver its commitments under the Crowthorne Neighbourhood Plan and the Three Year Strategy Plan. * Support Bracknell Forest Council's SEN Services And ultimately: * Encourage and inspire outdoor play and promote the use of the Morgan Recreation Ground to families. Full details of the scope of works and specification are contained in the invitation to tender document.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069338
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042035-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45100000 - Site preparation work

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45212140 - Recreation installation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Sep 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWTHORNE PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROWTHORNE
Postcode
RG45 7LD
Post Town
Reading
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
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
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Crowthorne
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

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