--- title: "Park Gardens Play Equipment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-31e7794c-78db-4bf2-bf00-28162a5d476f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-31e7794c-78db-4bf2-bf00-28162a5d476f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-31e7794c-78db-4bf2-bf00-28162a5d476f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-31e7794c-78db-4bf2-bf00-28162a5d476f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "STROUD TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2025-10-22" --- # Park Gardens Play Equipment Buyer: STROUD TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-31e7794c-78db-4bf2-bf00-28162a5d476f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-31e7794c-78db-4bf2-bf00-28162a5d476f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-31e7794c-78db-4bf2-bf00-28162a5d476f.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Park Gardens Play Equipment" project has been completed with Stroud Town Council acting as the buying organisation. This project, classified under the CPV code 37535200 for playground equipment, involves the replacement and upgrade of play structures to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act 1995. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, suitable for both SMEs and VCSEs, with a contract value of £19,992. The contract was awarded to Outdoor Play Devon Ltd on 8 November 2024. The project is located in Stroud, England, with the contract period spanning from 13 November 2024 to 31 March 2025. The tender stage initially concluded on 18 October 2024. This tender offers significant business opportunities for companies specialising in playground equipment design and installation, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and compliance with safety standards like BS EN 1176. It suits enterprises capable of complex project management, including design, removal, and installation, while ensuring compliance with public liability requirements. The contract's relatively modest value makes it an ideal opportunity for smaller businesses or specialists in eco-friendly and inclusive playground solutions, providing a gateway to showcase their expertise and expand their market presence within the public sector. ## Notice The aims of this project are to: * replace and upgrade the existing play structures as pictured: * meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 Documents to be submitted * Form of tender * Detailed quotation including o the total project cost of removal and disposal of existing equipment, o design (including illustration for assessment of play value), o installation, o resurfacing, o commissioning, o independent post-installation safety inspection. * An explanation of how materials and processes of installation will be environmentally sustainable. * An outline of expected timeline including a commitment to a completion date. * A summary of two similar projects that you have delivered successfully elsewhere with contact details for at least two referees. * Details for any subcontractors to be employed on the contract. * Confirmation that insurance for Public Liability is in place for all contractors working on the Contract with a minimum sum insured of PS5,000,000. * Details of any warranties or guarantees provided. * Confirmation of compliance with BS EN 1176. * Copies of any test certificates that apply to the equipment. Any questions relating to the tender should be submitted by email to council@stroudtown.gov.uk by 4 October 2024. Please see attached specification for more information. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63fd6277-023f-4e8f-9a3d-253878cda953 | | 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 | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | 18 Oct 2024 | | Award date | 8 Nov 2024 | | Contract period | 13 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £19,992 | | 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 | STROUD TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | STROUD | | Post town | Gloucester | | Postcode | GL5 2AD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC | | Local authority | Stroud | | Electoral ward | Stroud Central | | Westminster constituency | Stroud | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | OUTDOOR PLAY DEVON | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories ### Codes - 37535200 - Playground equipment ## Release History - 22 Oct 2025 at 09:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63fd6277-023f-4e8f-9a3d-253878cda953 - 7 Oct 2024 at 10:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80931ed6-38bd-4045-a80d-8aecb52d84ee - 19 Sep 2024 at 15:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80931ed6-38bd-4045-a80d-8aecb52d84ee - 13 Aug 2024 at 10:25 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47779b24-12c6-4864-b3aa-e21ff73b1ae7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63fd6277-023f-4e8f-9a3d-253878cda953 22nd October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80931ed6-38bd-4045-a80d-8aecb52d84ee 7th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47779b24-12c6-4864-b3aa-e21ff73b1ae7 13th August 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ab2b4029-124a-46fa-9a0f-6cbfe82a7bb3 Tender specification and instructions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d4d783cd-98e3-4f77-a8b3-c781f118859f Tender form - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b2af7a9b-4a40-43ed-b993-3c7a0eab798d Responses to questions raised by bidders received by deadline 4/10/2024. 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