Tender

E-ACT RFQ for New Playgrounds at The Grange Primary and Mansfield Green Primary

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19 May 2026 at 14:51

Summary of the contracting process

E-ACT, a public authority within the sub-central government sector, is seeking tenders for the construction of new playgrounds at The Grange Primary and Mansfield Green Primary Schools. Located in Kettering, United Kingdom, the procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open competition method under the 'Below threshold' category. The procurement involves a range of playground equipment and related landscaping work, classified under CPV codes for such items. Interested parties are required to submit their proposals electronically via www.delta-esourcing.com. Key deadlines include the enquiry period ending on 12 June 2026 and the submission deadline on 17 June 2026, with the contract period set from 20 July 2026 to 28 August 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in playground equipment manufacturing, landscaping, and maintenance services to expand their operations. With a project value of £80,000 and the requirement for a combination of quality and cost-effectiveness (60% price and 40% quality in award criteria), companies that can deliver high-quality, durable playground installations within budget will find this tender particularly appealing. SMEs specialising in safe playground installations and comprehensive aftercare services may find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract, thereby enhancing their portfolio and market presence in the educational facilities sector.

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Notice Title

E-ACT RFQ for New Playgrounds at The Grange Primary and Mansfield Green Primary

Notice Description

E-ACT RFQ for New Playgrounds at The Grange Primary and Mansfield Green Primary for work to be completed during the summer break For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Kettering:-Playground-equipment./6NQ927JFJ8 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6NQ927JFJ8

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069c25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045848-2026
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
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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

37535210 - Playground swings

37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus

37535230 - Playground merry go rounds

37535240 - Playground slides

37535250 - Playground see saws

37535260 - Playground tunnels

37535270 - Playground sandboxes

37535280 - Playground bleachers

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 28 Aug 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
E-ACT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN15 7HP
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Wicksteed
Westminster Constituency
Kettering

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