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Play Area Improvements 2025

BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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28 May 2026 at 12:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Play Area Improvements 2025" was conducted by Braintree District Council, a public authority in sub-central government located in Braintree, United Kingdom. It involves the refurbishment of four play areas, specifically Spa Road, Rickstones Recreation Ground, Kings Road (King George V), and Beckers Green. The procurement followed a selective method, awarded through a framework, and is categorised under the "works" industry, particularly focusing on playground equipment and landscaping work for playgrounds. The procurement process is complete, with the contract awarded on 27th May 2026, and the contract period extending from 24th June 2026 to 28th July 2026. The total contract value stands at GBP 431,667.60.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment and landscaping services. Suitable candidates include SMEs like HAGS-SMP LIMITED, which has already secured the contract, indicating potential for businesses with similar scale and capabilities to compete in such tenders. The procurement process's selective nature highlights that businesses with proven track records in delivering quality work under frameworks are at an advantage. The scope for refurbishment across multiple locations suggests a demand for firms adept at managing and executing comprehensive improvements across diverse geographical regions in the UK.

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Notice Title

Play Area Improvements 2025

Notice Description

The works compromise the refurbishment of four play areas in the Braintree district Spa Road Rickstones Recreation Ground Kings Road (King George V) Beckers Green

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a7b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050323-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

37535200 - Playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£359,723 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2026 - 28 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
BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRAINTREE
Postcode
CM7 9HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Bocking South
Westminster Constituency
Braintree

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAGS-SMP

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