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23 Jul 2026 at 13:04

Summary of the contracting process

South Ribble Borough Council is seeking bids for the supply and construction of the Holland House Play Area in Walton-Le-Dale, situated in the UKD45 region of the United Kingdom. This active tender, categorised under works and focusing on playground equipment and construction work, is being conducted through an open procurement method with an estimated value of £240,000. Key dates to note include the enquiry period ending on 5th August 2026, and the tender submission period closing on 17th August 2026. Businesses interested in participating must submit bids and correspond via the Chest e-portal under project reference DN822753.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the fields of construction and playground equipment supply to expand their operations. Companies specialising in these industries, especially those with a focus on quality and social value, would be well-suited to compete, with the bid evaluation criteria weighing 25% for quality, 15% for social value, and 60% for price. The project is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), thereby promoting diversified business growth within the region.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply and Construction of Holland House Play Area, Walton-Le-Dale

Notice Description

South Ribble Borough Council are inviting bids for the Supply and Construction of Holland House Play Area, Walton le dale. All Bids and correspondence must be directed via the Chest e-portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d207
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069759-2026
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
SME
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 12 Mar 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
SOUTH RIBBLE 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
LEYLAND
Postcode
PR25 1DH
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD45 Mid Lancashire

Local Authority
South Ribble
Electoral Ward
Broadfield
Westminster Constituency
South Ribble

Further Information

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