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Tender

10 Aug 2026 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

Hart District Council is inviting quotations for the HDC202610 Weekly ROSPA Inspections. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance of playground equipment. The Council, based at Civic Offices, Fleet, UK, is engaging in an open procurement method for this sub-central government project. The tender process is currently at the 'Tender' stage with key deadlines including an enquiry period closing on 24th August 2026, and a tender submission deadline by 7th September 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 1st October 2026 and conclude on 30th September 2029, covering inspections across several play areas within the region UKJ in England.

This tender offers significant business opportunities for certified contractors in the playground maintenance industry, particularly those capable of conducting regular inspections and performing minor repairs. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete, given the size and scope of the contract. The engagement involves not only the submission of inspections and reports but also the potential for additional work through the provision of quotes for large-scale repairs and future play area expansions, fostering growth for adaptable and responsive service providers.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Request for quote for: HDC202610 Weekly ROSPA Inspections

Notice Description

The Council is seeking a certified contractor to undertake our weekly playground ROSPA inspections for a period of three years Weekly ROSPA inspections of four playgrounds, two outdoor fitness areas and four BMX/mountain bike/scooter areas. To provide regular ROSPA reports. To carry out small fixes as required and able while on site. To provide quotes for larger fixes to be agreed in writing with the council. To have the ability to provide quotes for any future play areas that may be added to our portfolio.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e02a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075744-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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
HART DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FLEET
Postcode
GU51 4AE
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ37 North Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Hart
Electoral Ward
Fleet Central
Westminster Constituency
North East Hampshire

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