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15 Jun 2026 at 11:44

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Southwark, a public authority under sub-central government, recently completed a procurement process for the refurbishment of Lucas Garden playground. The tender, identified by DN819025, is classified under the industry category "works" and falls within the construction and playground equipment sectors. The contract, utilising a limited procurement method below the threshold with limited competition, proceeded from the tender stage to awarding Playcubed as a supplier. The contract was signed on 15 June 2026, with the project commencing the following day and scheduled to conclude by 30 June 2027. This project is set within the UKI44 region, specifically London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and playground equipment sectors, particularly those capable of handling refurbishment works. Businesses such as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) focused on construction projects or those offering specialised playground equipment have valuable growth prospects through contracts like these. With a budget allocation for refurbishment work totalling an amount of GBP 48,375.86, companies that can deliver quality projects efficiently can forge a stronger reputation and expand their portfolio in public projects, potentially leading to future contract awards.

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Notice Title

Lucas Garden playground

Notice Description

Lucas garden playground refurbishment work

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b4ed
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056156-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
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

37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,375 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2QH
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLAYCUBED

Further Information

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