GS191 - Oak House Museum Play Project

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Jun 2026 at 10:08

Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is soliciting qualified and experienced contractors for the "GS191 - Oak House Museum Play Project" located in Oldbury, United Kingdom. The initiative involves refurbishing the museum's play area, including landscaping and installation of new play equipment. The procurement falls within the industry category of repair and maintenance services, specifically targeting recreational and concrete repair work. The tendering process, managed through an open competition method, is at the active stage with the procurement exercise taking place through Sandwell MBC's In-tend e-Tendering System. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 30th June 2026 and the submission deadline set for 10th July 2026 at 15:00hrs.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in recreational area refurbishment, landscaping, and compliance with safety standards like BS EN 1176 and BS EN 1177. Companies equipped with the capacity for undertaking hard and soft landscaping, surface compliance, and comprehensive installation services can benefit commercially and reputationally by participating. The contract, valued at approximately £70,000, is suitable for firms that can deliver a blend of cost-effective solutions and high-quality execution, aligning with the award criteria of 60% price and 40% quality. Engaging with the project via the Sandwell MBC platform allows businesses to expand their portfolio, earn local government recognition, and enhance growth prospects within the public sector.

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Notice Title

GS191 - Oak House Museum Play Project

Notice Description

TITLE OF PROJECT: Oak House Museum Play Project BRIEF DESCRIPTION Sandwell MBC (" The Council") wishes to Invite qualified and experienced contractors to participate in a quotation exercise for the refurbishment of Oak House Museum Play Area Outline of project: Refurbish old play areas and associated surfaces, equipment, fence etc. Undertake hard and soft landscaping in the areas of the old play areas. Undertake hard and soft landscaping for the installation of new play equipment and safety surfaces etc. Supply & install safety surface to comply with specifications and all BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards. Undertake all associated specified works including, Tarmac, fencing, painting etc The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to "Opt In". For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 10th July 2026 at 15:00hrs

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b7cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057460-2026
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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45236290 - Repair work on recreational areas

45262330 - Concrete repair work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

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
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
OLDBURY
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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