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27 Jul 2026 at 15:22

Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster City Council has initiated a public procurement process for the design and build of a skatepark expansion and climbing wall at Green Ayre, Lancaster. Classified under construction work for sports facilities, this tender falls within the industry category of 'works.' The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with an open competition method being employed below the threshold level. Interested parties must submit their responses via the ProContract North eTendering portal by 13:00 on 29th October 2026. The contract, valued at £350,000 with a gross amount of £420,000, is set to run from 1st January 2027 until 31st January 2029.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses that specialise in construction within the sports facilities sector, particularly those experienced in multi-purpose sports facilities and climbing equipment installations. Firms that can offer innovative designs and cost-effective solutions are well-placed to benefit from this project, aiding their growth within the public procurement landscape. Small to medium enterprises that possess the ability to deliver a comprehensive solution through open competition should consider engaging with this opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish relationships with a reputable local authority like Lancaster City Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Design and build of skatepark expansion & climbing wall

Notice Description

Design and build of skatepark expansion & climbing wall at Green Ayre, Lancaster

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d48b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070914-2026
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
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 20263 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
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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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