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24 Jul 2026 at 07:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Lancaster City Council is inviting open competition tenders for the design and construction of a new skatepark at Green Ayre. This procurement falls under the category of construction work for sports facilities and is classified as a "works" project. The project is located in Lancaster, UK, with a contract period starting on 1st January 2027 and concluding on 31st January 2029. The tender process is currently in the "tender" stage, with the submission deadline set for 29th October 2026. The procurement method is an open competition below threshold, and interested parties must register as suppliers on the ProContract portal to access documents and submit a response.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sports facility construction, architectural design, and multipurpose sports equipment supply. With an estimated value of GBP 350,000, this project offers the potential for growth and strengthening of portfolios for businesses capable of delivering innovative design and construction solutions in compliance with public procurement standards. Companies focusing on delivering quality construction work and those experienced in creating engaging and safe sports environments would be well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Title

Green Ayre Skate Park

Notice Description

Design and build of new skatepark at Green Ayre

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d2a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069999-2026
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

37535290 - Wall and rope climbing equipment

37535291 - Wall climbing equipment

45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities

45212220 - Multi-purpose sports facilities construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 20264 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Jan 2029 2-3 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
LANCASTER CITY 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
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 1PJ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

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