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title: "Walmer Castle Woodland Play Trail"
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buyer: "ENGLISH HERITAGE-ESTATES"
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# Walmer Castle Woodland Play Trail

Buyer: ENGLISH HERITAGE-ESTATES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f8b143c-34aa-44fa-8761-3741f323d0ed

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by English Heritage-Estates, is for the project titled "Walmer Castle Woodland Play Trail" located in Kent. This initiative falls within the goods category, specifically focusing on playground equipment and associated landscaping work. The tender is currently in the open stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 31st July 2018. The estimated contract value is £150,000, and the contract is expected to commence on 20th August 2018 and conclude by 19th April 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in playground design and construction, particularly those offering creative and interactive play solutions. Firms capable of delivering high-quality playground equipment, landscaping services, and community engagement initiatives will be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) should consider this tender, as it has been identified as suitable for their participation, thereby enhancing their chances for growth and visibility in the public sector.

## Notice

English Heritage has secured partnership funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund to restore and re-present the lost gardens of Walmer Castle in Kent. The project will improve access, enable community activity with learning and volunteer opportunities, create a children's play trail through the Woodland and Glen and provide a new satellite catering facility. We now seek an external play designer/contractor to design and build the Play elements using the design brief. We want creative input from the contractor in how to deliver the Play Trail in the most engaging way for visitors. Additional information: As per tender documents Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80115311-8439-43aa-b6db-7aff182b6e33 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Aug 2018 - 19 Apr 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ENGLISH HERITAGE-ESTATES |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 2EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Mannington and Western |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 37535210 - Playground swings
- 37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment
- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

## Release History

- 11 Jul 2018 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80115311-8439-43aa-b6db-7aff182b6e33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80115311-8439-43aa-b6db-7aff182b6e33
  11th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/english-heritage/aspx/Home
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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