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Tender

29 Jul 2026 at 13:13

Summary of the contracting process

Rochdale Borough Council is inviting tenders for the replacement of play equipment at Falinge Park Play Area. This procurement process is currently at the "Tender" stage, under the industry category of "Works," specifically dealing with playground and construction work. The project is located in Rochdale, UK, with the tender closing on 26th August 2026. The procurement method is an open competition, suitable for below-threshold contracts. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically via the Chest e-tendering system by the deadline. The estimated value of the contract is £135,000 and the contract is scheduled to commence on 23rd November 2026, ending on 5th January 2027.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in the provision and installation of playground equipment and related construction services. The project is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises that can offer high-quality products and services while demonstrating strong commercial viability. Successful bidders need to meet criteria focused on both quality, including social value, and cost, with an emphasis on delivering an attractive and safe play area. Companies with expertise in such installations who can leverage local insights and meet the project's timelines have a potentially profitable opportunity to contribute to a significant community enhancement initiative.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Falinge Park Play Area

Notice Description

Replacement play equipment (supply and installation) at Falinge Park Play Area as the current play equipment is coming to the end of its lifespan.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d68d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071740-2026
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
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Nov 2026 - 5 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
ROCHDALE 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
ROCHDALE
Postcode
OL16 1XU
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Rochdale
Electoral Ward
Central Rochdale
Westminster Constituency
Rochdale

Further Information

Notice Documents

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