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17 Jul 2026 at 13:14

Summary of the contracting process

Rossendale Borough Council is inviting tenders for the refurbishment of the Elder Children's Play Area at Edgeside Park, located in Bacup, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the category of works and involves playground equipment and site preparation work. The project is at the tender stage with submissions closing on 18th September 2026, at 12:00 BST, following an enquiry period that ends on 26th August 2026. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure and is above the set financial threshold with a project budget of £140,000. Interested parties can access tender documents via the council's official website and must submit electronically as paper submissions are not accepted. The contract is set to commence on 15th October 2026 and end on 22nd January 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in playground equipment and park refurbishment services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate as the suitability criteria include provisions favorable to their involvement. Businesses that excel in design, construction, and safety with a focus on social value are well-positioned to compete effectively, as these are key evaluation criteria. The project's broad geographical relevance across multiple UK regions, coupled with a clear and open procurement process, provides a valuable opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the Refurbishment of the Elder Children's Play Area at Edgeside Park

Notice Description

The improvement works encompass the removal of existing play equipment and surfacing and the design and installation of a new play scheme within a PS140k budget.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cdf7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067854-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45100000 - Site preparation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Oct 2026 - 22 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
ROSSENDALE 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
BACUP
Postcode
OL13 0BB
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD46 East Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Rossendale
Electoral Ward
Britannia & Lee Mill
Westminster Constituency
Rossendale and Darwen

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