Tender

Zip-wire, basket swing, giant rope swing

WINKFIELD PARISH COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Jun 2026 at 16:19

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Winkfield Parish Council is currently engaging in a tender process seeking competitive quotes for the replacement of playground equipment, specifically a zip-wire and two swings, at Goaters Road, Ascot, SL5 8JA. The project involves the removal, supply, and installation of new equipment that aligns with high-quality and durability standards. The procurement is at the tender stage and invites open competition below the threshold level with a tender submission deadline set for 9th July 2026. The contract is valued at £70,000 GBP and will be awarded based on a combination of price and quality evaluations. The anticipated contract period begins on the 1st of August 2026, aiming for completion by the 31st of August 2026, with the flexibility to extend until the end of November if necessary.

This tender provides excellent opportunities for businesses involved in playground equipment manufacturing and installation to expand their portfolio, especially small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that are geared towards timely delivery and high-quality service. Companies that specialise in playground or recreational equipment and have the capability to swiftly mobilise and uphold high standards of craftsmanship would stand a strong chance in this procurement. The open competition method allows equal opportunity for interested parties to tender their proposals, encouraging competitive pricing and innovative solutions. As part of the evaluation criteria, bids will be meticulously scored on commercial and quality dimensions, with an emphasis on economic viability and technical adequacy, offering growth and visibility opportunities for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Zip-wire, basket swing, giant rope swing

Notice Description

Winkfield Parish Council invites competitive quotes for the removal, supply, and installation of replacement play equipment at Goaters Road, Ascot, SL5 8JA. The primary objective is to replace three decommissioned items within their existing footprints with high-quality, durable equipment. Speed of delivery and mobilization will form a key part of the scored evaluation. Equipment limited to replacement of zip-wire and 2 x swings

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The council would like the playground equipment to be reinstated as soon as possible, ideally in the school summer holidays, but recognises that the lead time for manufacture may be several weeks. It is hoped to complete the project by the end of November at the latest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae1b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053061-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
ASCOT
Postcode
SL5 8JW
Post Town
Slough
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
Winkfield & Warfield East
Westminster Constituency
Maidenhead

Further Information

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