--- title: "WP3968 - One Palfrey Big Local Parks and Play - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1d14535f-c784-4dcd-a9a8-82f1db4a2692" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1d14535f-c784-4dcd-a9a8-82f1db4a2692" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1d14535f-c784-4dcd-a9a8-82f1db4a2692.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1d14535f-c784-4dcd-a9a8-82f1db4a2692.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING" published: "2025-07-04" --- # WP3968 - One Palfrey Big Local Parks and Play - AWARD Buyer: WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d14535f-c784-4dcd-a9a8-82f1db4a2692 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1d14535f-c784-4dcd-a9a8-82f1db4a2692) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1d14535f-c784-4dcd-a9a8-82f1db4a2692.json) ## Summary Walsall Council initiated a tender award process for the "One Palfrey Big Local Parks and Play - AWARD" project, with an aim to appoint a competent contractor to undertake park and play area improvements under this community-led scheme. The procurement falls under the civil engineering category, specifically focusing on landscaping work for parks, and involves enhancements at three locations in Walsall, West Midlands: Palfrey Park, Bescot Crescent Play Area, and Arena Park. The procurement follows a mini competition route under the Pagabo Dynamic Purchasing System for Small Works, with the key deadline for completion set for 4th August 2025. The successful bidder, RFC Construction Ltd, has been awarded the contract valued at £470,161. The contract period is scheduled from 14th April to 18th July 2025, with project completion and expenditure finalised by the end of March 2025, pending a formal extension. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in park landscaping and civil engineering works. The project fosters community wellbeing, safety, and access to amenities, aligning with the vision of One Palfrey Big Local residents. Business entities that focus on landscaping, public space enhancements, and community-driven projects would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders, capitalising on the framework's competitive procurement method. The initiative provides prospects for growth in market visibility and partnership with local authorities like Walsall Council, given the community-focused project priorities and potential for cost-saving innovation through alternative product offerings. While the project does not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, it offers a robust platform for established contractors to demonstrate value and expertise in public works projects. ## Notice Project Overview Walsall Council is looking to appoint a single competent contractor to complete parks projects under the 'One Palfrey Big Local Parks and Play' scheme. One Palfrey Big Local is a resident led programme supported by a Local Trusted Organisation (Walsall Council for the parks and play project) and a Big Local Rep. The Partnership consists of 12 residents who live in the OPBL area. One Palfrey Big Local partnership guides the Big Local making decisions about funding. To achieve OPBL's vision, residents chose four priorities that are based on the changes they most want to see: o A cleaner and safer Palfrey neighbourhood o Healthier residents with a sense of community & wellbeing o Better access to jobs, training and lifelong learning o Improved community activities and services for all. As part of these priorities and local consultation the OPBL decided to look at a park and play improvement programme for 3 local sites. The scheme has been consulted on at all stages with local communities through OPBL which has resulted in the following sites being selected for the works summarised. 1. Palfrey Park - Dale Street, Palfrey, Walsall West Midlands WS1 4AN. Play Area Improvements / North and South park landscaping / Park Furniture Improvement. 2. Bescot Crescent Play Area, Bescot Crescent, Walsall West Midlands WS1 4DH Play Area Improvements / Small scale planting / Park Furniture Improvement. 3. Arena Park - aka known as Rutter Street Play Area), Rutter Street, Walsall, West Midlands. WS1 4HN Improvements / Park landscaping / Park Furniture Improvement / Improvements to MUGA (Multi Use Games Area). Procurement The route to market being used is a mini competition under the Pagabo Dynamic Purchasing System for Small Works. The framework fee applicable to is 1.5% which is charged monthly. The works are to be procured via a single stage tender process. Budget The project is funded by One Palfrey Big Local, with a maximum budget of ?458,300 If the costs come in above the budget the Council reserves the right to omit certain items listed within the commercial workbooks or opt to add in later should additional funding be available etc. During the tender period bidders will be given the opportunity to provide costs for alternative products to those specified as a cost saving initiative. The timescale for this project are currently works to be complete and money spent by end of March 2025. However following contractors feedback from the EOI, the Council are in the process of formally requesting an extension until 4th August 2025. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/154aa810-789c-477b-a64e-97ddf8541c14 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Mar 2025 | | Contract period | 13 Apr 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £470,161 | | 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 | WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Walsall | | Postcode | WS1 1TP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall | | Local authority | Walsall | | Electoral ward | St Matthew's | | Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | RFC CONSTRUCTION | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45112711 - Landscaping work for parks - 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work ## Release History - 4 Jul 2025 at 12:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/154aa810-789c-477b-a64e-97ddf8541c14 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/154aa810-789c-477b-a64e-97ddf8541c14 4th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.walsall.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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