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Tender

14 Jul 2026 at 10:58

Summary of the contracting process

Rugby Borough Council is inviting tenders for the project titled "Charwelton Drive Play area install and landscaping," which involves refurbishing an existing play area by removing old equipment and installing new furnishings alongside necessary landscaping. This public procurement falls within the works industry category, specifically focusing on landscaping for parks and playgrounds. The procurement follows an open procedure, permitting wide competition, with tender submissions due by 12:00 on 11th August 2026. The project is based in Rugby, UK, within the UKG13 region, and the tender is currently in the tender stage, as of 14th July 2026. A significant budget of £95,000 is allocated for the contract, with potential adjustments comprising a gross value of £114,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and landscaping, offering a chance to gain government contract experience and develop expertise in play area installations. Due to the consideration given to both quality and price with an 80% focus on pricing, companies with competitive pricing strategies and a strong quality record in similar projects are well-placed to succeed. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in landscaping, playground equipment supply, and installation sectors, particularly those familiar with UK public sector procurement processes, could find this favourable for growth and portfolio diversification.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Charwelton Drive Play area install and landscaping

Notice Description

Refurbishment of an existing play area on Charwelton Drive, which includes removing existing furniture and equipment, installing new equipment including associated landscaping works.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ca9e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066100-2026
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


CPV Codes

45112711 - Landscaping work for parks

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Sep 2026 - 31 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
RUGBY 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
RUGBY
Postcode
CV21 2RR
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG13 Warwickshire CC

Local Authority
Rugby
Electoral Ward
Benn
Westminster Constituency
Rugby

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