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title: "Town Centre Play Train"
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# Town Centre Play Train

Buyer: ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0403ef12-c430-4a70-9919-1dc7cf4ee593

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## Summary

Ashford Borough Council, based in Ashford, England, has completed the procurement process for the "Town Centre Play Train" project. This project, categorised under Playground Equipment (CPV code 37535200), involves the design, supply, and installation of a play train to enhance dwell time in Ashford Town Centre, thereby supporting small local businesses. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure below the threshold, with the tender period ending on June 11, 2024, and the contract awarded on July 19, 2024. The contract period spans from July 19, 2024, to September 30, 2024. The total value of the project is £100,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment design and installation, particularly those experienced in creating playful, family-friendly urban spaces. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts, given the Council's focus on supporting small local businesses. The awarded contract to KOMPAN LIMITED, a company noted for its size and suitability, highlights the Council's commitment to collaborating with proficient suppliers in fostering community engagement through innovative installations.

## Notice

PLAYTRAIN/24/1 Ashford Borough Council is looking to procure a contractor for the design, supply and installation of a play train to help improve dwell time in Ashford Town Centre. This feature is to be built on a planter and to create a playful space to encourage families to spend more time in the high street supporting small local businesses. Procurement documentation can be downloaded from the Kent Business Portal https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14c6f76b-9b60-4edb-931b-8a2b5311f5ed |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 18 Jul 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £81,221 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ASHFORD |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN23 1PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Ashford |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Ashford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KOMPAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2024 at 08:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14c6f76b-9b60-4edb-931b-8a2b5311f5ed
- 29 Apr 2024 at 19:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2335821-4472-4b7d-a9df-134c02c48455

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14c6f76b-9b60-4edb-931b-8a2b5311f5ed
  22nd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2335821-4472-4b7d-a9df-134c02c48455
  29th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/
  The tender documents and additional information can be accessed from the Kent Business Portal.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ashford.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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