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Play Equipment at Ladygrove Park, Didcot

Didcot Town Council

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14 Sep 2026 at 08:57

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11 Sep 2026 at 11:45

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11 Sep 2026 at 10:39

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Summary of the contracting process

Didcot Town Council is seeking a contractor to design, supply and install new play equipment at Ladygrove Park in Didcot. The works will transform two underused landscaped mounds and link them into an adventurous, inclusive play environment primarily for children aged 5 to 11. Proposals may include tunnels, bridges, slides, climbing equipment, natural play and accessible features, while complementing the existing playground. The requirement also includes considering the relocation of the existing multi-play unit to higher ground because its current position is prone to seasonal flooding, with possible use of existing accessible infrastructure. This is a works opportunity for a recreation installation, covering a dedicated children’s play area within the wider public park.

The procurement reached tender: Didcot Town Council invited offers through a below-threshold open competition. It is a single lot and is suitable for SMEs. Enquiries were due by 4pm on 19 October 2026, and tenders by 4pm on 23 October 2026. Electronic submission is allowed, with emailed tenders required to be password-protected; postal submissions are also described. The contract period is 1 April to 1 August 2027. The estimated tender value is £100,000 excluding VAT, or £120,000 including VAT. The project description refers to a confirmed £40,000 budget, with external funding potentially increasing the project to approximately £100,000. Evaluation will consider play value, sustainable materials, professional reputation, inclusivity and best use of public funds.

The opportunity suits playground manufacturers, designers and installation contractors able to provide an integrated design-and-build solution, including equipment supply, ground-related installation and relocation of existing play equipment. Strong proposals will demonstrate imaginative use of landscaped landforms, inclusive and accessible play design, natural play opportunities and durable solutions for children aged 5 to 11. Suppliers must be able to meet EN1176 requirements for playground equipment and BS7188 and EN1177 requirements for safety surfacing. The Council prefers equipment sourced from the United Kingdom to reduce replacement-part delays. It will also assess professional reputation, sustainable material choices, with a preference against wood, and how effectively the proposal uses public funds. The requirement is expressly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Play Equipment at Ladygrove Park, Didcot

Notice Description

Ladygrove Park is a well-used public open space located within the Ladygrove area of Didcot, comprising approximately 29 acres of accessible green space. The park provides a range of recreational facilities for residents and visitors, including: * Extensive public open grassed areas * Outdoor sports facilities The project seeks to maximise the use of currently underutilised landscaped mounds within the play area to create an engaging, adventurous and inclusive play environment for children, primarily aimed at those aged between 5 and 11 years. Tenderers are encouraged to develop innovative design proposals that incorporate these existing landforms and create a cohesive play experience by linking the mounds where appropriate. As part of the overall design, contractors should consider the relocation of the existing multi-play unit to higher ground within the play area. The current location is susceptible to seasonal flooding during the winter months, and proposals should demonstrate how relocating this equipment could improve its long-term usability and accessibility. The Council invites tenderers to submit their own design concepts, making imaginative use of features such as, but not limited to: * Tunnels * Bridges * Slides * Climbing elements * Accessible and inclusive play features * Natural play opportunities The proposed design should complement the existing playground while significantly enhancing the quality, variety and accessibility of the play experience. The Council wishes to create an attractive destination that encourages active, imaginative and inclusive play, supporting the cognitive, physical, social and emotional development of children and young people. The existing play equipment is over 25 years old and, whilst remaining serviceable, the Council is seeking to modernise the play provision to better meet the needs of the local community and to provide facilities comparable in quality to those available at Edmonds Park. The available project budget is currently PS40,000. The Council is actively seeking additional external funding and, if successful, anticipates increasing the total project value to approximately PS100,000. Subject to successful funding, the anticipated allocation is: * Approximately PS80,000 for the design, supply and installation of new play equipment. * Approximately PS20,000 for the relocation of the existing multi-play unit and the possible installation of an accessible see-saw, utilising the existing accessible infrastructure where appropriate. Tenderers should therefore identify which elements of their proposal could be delivered within the confirmed budget and which additional enhancements could be incorporated should further funding become available. This project needs to ensure full compliance with all Playground Regulations - specifically EN1176, and BS7188 and EN1177 for surfacing. Didcot Town Council prefer to work with companies who sources their equipment from the United Kingdom, so there are less issues with delays for replacement parts. * A dedicated children's play area Within the existing playground are two landscaped mounds that are currently underutilised and do not accommodate any play features. As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing community recreation and play opportunities, Didcot Town Council's Environment & Climate Committee has identified these mounds as suitable locations for additional play equipment. The Council is therefore seeking proposals for the design, supply and installation of play equipment that makes effective use of these features, enhances the existing play provision, and provides engaging, inclusive and high-quality play opportunities for children and young people.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06f7ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086684-2026
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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45212140 - Recreation installation

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Sep 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 1 Aug 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Didcot Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 7HN
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Didcot West
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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