--- title: "Witney Splash Park Renovation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2f17d6f8-13b5-4b89-be48-5996879b7e06" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2f17d6f8-13b5-4b89-be48-5996879b7e06" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f17d6f8-13b5-4b89-be48-5996879b7e06.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f17d6f8-13b5-4b89-be48-5996879b7e06.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "WITNEY TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2025-01-16" --- # Witney Splash Park Renovation Buyer: WITNEY TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f17d6f8-13b5-4b89-be48-5996879b7e06 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2f17d6f8-13b5-4b89-be48-5996879b7e06) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f17d6f8-13b5-4b89-be48-5996879b7e06.json) ## Summary Witney Town Council is planning a project titled "Witney Splash Park Renovation," under the industry category of water installations. This project is located in Witney, England, with a postal code of OX28 4AR. The current procurement stage is in the planning phase, with the engagement end date set for 27th January 2025. The project aims to identify a contractor for renovating the existing Splashpad with an approximate budget of £172,000, and it is expected to be completed by 23rd May 2025. This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in water installation, landscaping, and construction to collaborate on a community-oriented project. Companies that can offer innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions will find this tender particularly attractive. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply. Involvement in this project could enhance the business profile of the successful bidder and provide a platform for future council projects, all while contributing to the local community's well-being. ## Notice The outcome of this Tender will be to identify a single Contractor to enter a contract with Witney Town Council to design, consult and renovate the existing Splashpad by 23rd May 2025 with an approx budget of PS172,000.00 Prime objectives include: * Renovate existing control panels, pumps, solenoids * Replace 7000L underground grey water tank * Repair and renovate surface * Ensure Splashpad remains an inclusive area that all can enjoy. * Landscape the edges of the Splashpad * Improve water efficiency and reduce water usage * Addition of new overground features * Creating a space that is safe and fully compliant with industry standards * Build a park within budget that represents excellent value for money * Improve physical health and mental well-being * Encourage families to spend more time together and foster a sense of community * To ensure health and safety is paramount in all circumstances Design Brief: * Repair minor collapse of surface * Resurface Splashpad with safe, compliant and hard-wearing surface in vibrant colours. The surface must be easy to maintain * Landscape the edge of the Splashpad with safe, hard-wearing and attractive material to improve user safety and reduce debris entering the Splashpad and risk clogging drains/pumps * Replace drains with modern, easy maintenance units that prevent debris from clogging pumps. * Add overground play items to improve playability. They must be resistant to vandalism. * Consideration needs to be given to the main user group aged 2-9 accompanied by adults. * Systems/nozzles to improve water consumption, improve play value * Design to incorporate systems to futureproof the Splashpad that allows the council to enhance in the future Technical Brief Specifications: * Splashpad controls must have remote access . Supplier must demonstrate that controls are reliable, good warranty (inc SLA's), easy to maintain/update, cost effective and includes adequate service/support should anything fail. * Installation of a filter system to the underground chamber that allows the council to use this drain water for irrigation * Switch on Button needs to be hardwearing, maintenance free and resistant to vandalism. Design should include a visual or audible cue for users to see/hear that tells them the system is recharged and ready to use. * Re-route existing drainage pipes to Thames Water manhole 200yrds away. * Simple, cost-effective maintenance/repair, availability of parts, anti-vandalism are important factors when evaluating the materials and play items. * When complete the council would expect the Splashpad to have a life expectancy of at least 15 years. * After sales service and technical support are also important factors within this tender and details relating to this aspect must be included within this tender. Additional information: This notice is intended to understand interest in this project. Interested companies should contact council contact detailed in this notice. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828e2c24-ef65-4e66-a660-827e47d04230 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 27 Jan 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WITNEY TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | WITNEY | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX28 6AG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | West Oxfordshire | | Electoral ward | Witney South | | Westminster constituency | Witney | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ### Codes - 39370000 - Water installations ## Release History - 16 Jan 2025 at 16:00 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828e2c24-ef65-4e66-a660-827e47d04230 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828e2c24-ef65-4e66-a660-827e47d04230 16th January 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.witney-tc.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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