This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

04 Aug 2026 at 12:54

Planning

29 Jun 2026 at 14:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Borough Council of Newcastle-under-Lyme is currently inviting tenders for the Lyme Valley Parkway Pumptrack project. This procurement exercise is in the Tender stage and aims to replace an ageing BMX track and part of the skate park with a new pump track and seating area. The project aligns with the sub-central government classification and is categorised under recreational, cultural, and sporting services, among others. Located in Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom, the project has a tender period ending on 4th September 2026, with an enquiry period until 19th August 2026. The total tender value is £135,000, and the procurement method is detailed as a below-threshold open competition.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in park equipment, landscaping, and recreational facilities construction. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in similar budget projects and effective community consultation can benefit significantly. The selected contractor will need to provide evidence of expertise through examples of past projects and offer a preliminary sketch proposal. Given the focus on a community-centred design, firms adept at engaging with user groups and evolving designs based on feedback will be well-positioned to succeed. The project supports electronic submissions, allowing for ease of participation. This initiative not only facilitates regional development but also offers businesses the chance to enhance their portfolio and presence in the public works sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Lyme Valley Parkway Pumptrack

Notice Description

Lyme Valley Parkway is neighbourhood park within the borough of Newcastle under Lyme. The area in the park allocated for the project is an existing BMX track which is reaching the end of its useful life and part of the skate park, it was agreed to install a new pump track to replace this facility with Lyme Valley Parkway. In addition to the new pump track, a seating area is to be included.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Short extension permitted to account for adverse weather conditions.

Planning Information

To engage with potential contractors on a 1-2-1 basis to understand there expression of interest possible submission and early understanding of the project outcomes e.g. sketch proposal, along with the estimated cost of delivery, estimated delivery timeframe which considers the items below: > Detailed consultation with user groups, site users, residents/ward members. > Detailed design of pump track • Installation of pump track It should also aimed at understanding an outline on how the proposed consultation will be undertaken. How the new designs should reflect on the feedback received during the consultation period and the wishes of the local community and should be suitable for all ages, and wheeled users.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bf5f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073715-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
24 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Oct 2026 - 15 Jan 2027 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
THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME
Postcode
ST5 1BL
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent

Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle-under-Lyme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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