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10 Jul 2026 at 11:44

Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes City Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process entitled "Hanslope Play Area Improvement." This project, which falls under the "works" industry category, aims to enhance the existing local play area at Hanslope Recreation Ground located in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom (Region UKJ12). Key proposals include landscaping, resurfacing, and upgrading play equipment, with a strong focus on safety and accessibility improvements. The tender, which is conducted as an open competition below threshold, will finish its enquiry phase on 24th July 2026 and accept submissions until 3rd August 2026. The contract is valued at £260,000 and is expected to commence on 21st September 2026, concluding on 20th July 2028.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in playground equipment manufacturing, landscaping work, and overall infrastructure improvement services. The project's focus on remedial landscaping and play equipment upgrades is ideal for firms experienced in public recreation projects. Given the emphasis on quality and price (30% and 70% respectively), businesses with competitive pricing strategies and a track record of delivering high-quality services will be well-positioned to succeed. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) passionate about community projects and those looking to expand their portfolio in public sector works would find this tender attractive for growth and partnership with local authorities.

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Notice Title

Hanslope Play Area Improvement

Notice Description

Milton Keynes City Council is seeking a supplier for the improvement of the existing local play area at Hanslope Recreation Ground. The site is located at the play area within Hanslope Recreation Ground, Hanslope, Milton Keynes. The play area forms part of one of the district's key green spaces and is well integrated within the wider recreational setting. The site is bordered to the north and northwest by residential properties, with Castlethorpe Road beyond, and to the east by residential properties adjacent to St James Close. To the south are the wider Hanslope Recreation Ground, community centre, outdoor gym, Hanslope cricket club and sports field, and the Hanslope Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA). The project involves improvements to the existing local play area as part of the Council's city-wide play area refurbishment programme. The proposed works include remedial landscaping, resurfacing, and upgrades to existing play equipment. The site will benefit from upgraded pedestrian routes and seating areas, enhancing safety and accessibility and supporting use by families and the wider community.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c877
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065134-2026
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

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

45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£260,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£260,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Sep 2026 - 20 Jul 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ12 Milton Keynes

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

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