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03 Aug 2026 at 08:01

Summary of the contracting process

On 3rd August 2026, the Council of the City of Wakefield finalised the procurement process for the "Baker Lane Play Area upgrade" project in Wakefield, United Kingdom. This process involved upgrading an existing play area with new equipment and safety measures, classified under the works industry category. The procurement was initiated below the threshold with an unknown specific procurement method. The process, classified as an award, has reached completion, with the contract awarded to KOMPAN LIMITED, a supplier based in Milton Keynes. The project's execution was scheduled to begin on 3rd August 2026 and complete by 4th August 2026, boasting a gross contract value of £89,500.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment, climbing apparatus, and playground landscaping work. Small to medium-sized enterprises that focus on innovative play area solutions and groundworks could find significant growth prospects by engaging in such public infrastructure projects. Given the nature of the contract, companies with expertise in public sector projects, especially those experienced in safety-compliant installations and enhancements, would be particularly well-positioned to compete and benefit from similar future opportunities. The collaboration with sub-central government authorities like the Wakefield Council can further amplify business credibility and portfolio diversity.

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Notice Title

Baker Lane Play Area upgrade

Notice Description

Baker Lane Play Area upgrade- Upgrade of existing play area with new challenging equipment, safety surfacing, fencing and gates, including groundworks

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d983
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072987-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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

37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£89,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 4 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WAKEFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF1 2HQ
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield North
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KOMPAN

Further Information

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