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title: "Play Area Surfacing & Equipment (3 x sites), Blandford Forum, Dorset"
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# Play Area Surfacing & Equipment (3 x sites), Blandford Forum, Dorset

Buyer: BLANDFORD FORUM TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-322bcd29-dfd1-4b92-a1bf-26f0feab277c

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## Summary

The Blandford Forum Town Council is undertaking a procurement process to enhance play areas in Blandford Forum, Dorset. This project, titled "Play Area Surfacing & Equipment (3 x sites)," falls under the industry category of playground equipment, with additional classifications including landscaping work for playgrounds and repair and maintenance services. The procurement stage is currently in the award phase, and the contract period spans from 9th March to 30th June 2026. The Council aims to replace surfacing and play equipment at Langton, Larksmead, and Park Road play areas, providing a significant opportunity for suppliers specialising in playground installations and maintenance within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, with a total contract value awarded of £61,937.84 excluding VAT.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those in the playground equipment and landscaping sectors. The scope of work includes the replacement of surfacing and various types of playground equipment, which could benefit businesses with expertise in manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of playground apparatus. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive solutions, such as sourcing materials, conducting site surveying, and ensuring timely project execution will find this tender appealing. The procurement is tailored to SMEs, providing them a competitive platform to supply high-quality products and services to the Council, thus fostering potential growth and reinforcing industry reputation through successful completion of public sector projects.

## Notice

The Town Council is seeking tenders for works to be carried out at the following three play area sites. Langton Play Area (on-street parking): * Replacement Surfacing under the following items of play equipment: Toddler Swing, Spring Rocker & Multi-Play Tower Unit (NB: basket swing removed from this). * Removal and disposal of existing edgings * Removal and disposal of existing surface * Regrade of subbase level and compact * Supply and install new surfacing * Supply and install new wear pads under swing seats * Large Multipurpose play equipment - Replace Grass Mats with new. Replacement Equipment: * Removal and disposal of existing balance bar (part of the fitness trail), and installation of new. Larksmead Play Area (parking on site): * Replacement Surfacing under the following items of play equipment: Toddler Swing and Basket Swing Set, Spinner, Sit-On Spinner, Junior Swing and See-Saw. Please note this does not include two items of equipment (tower unit and springer with darker surfacing shown in an accompanying document at Appendix A). * Removal and disposal of existing edgings * Removal and disposal of existing surface * Regrade of subbase level and compact * Supply and install new surfacing * Supply and install new wear pads under swing seats Replacement Equipment: * Removal and disposal of existing Seesaw and installation of new Seesaw. * Removal and disposal of existing quad springer and installation of new similar multi-user unit. * Removal and disposal of existing flat swing seats x 2 and replaced with new. * Replacement of cradle swing x 1 (including seat, shackles and chains, but not frame). Park Road Play Area (parking on site): * Replacement Surfacing under the following items of play equipment: Toddler Swings, Spinning Bowl, Springer and New Multi Play unit. * Removal and disposal of existing edgings * Removal and disposal of existing surface * Regrade of subbase level and compact * Supply and install new surfacing * Supply and install new wear pads under swing seats Replacement Equipment: * Removal and disposal of existing Tower Multi-Play Unit, to be replaced by a similar unit. * Replacement of existing cradle swing with new (including seat, shackles and chains, but not frame). Please see Appendix A for location plans and images. Please see Appendix B for further information, including details of how to apply.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/021f6d15-381a-40c0-9bd2-b012217a7083 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £72,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,937 |
| 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 | BLANDFORD FORUM TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLANDFORD FORUM |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT11 7AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Blandford |
| Westminster constituency | North Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MINISTRY OF PLAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 37535250 - Playground see saws
- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds
- 50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 16:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/021f6d15-381a-40c0-9bd2-b012217a7083
- 8 Jan 2026 at 17:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f662a74e-4335-4306-a771-f5693804b737
- 12 Dec 2025 at 14:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f662a74e-4335-4306-a771-f5693804b737

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/021f6d15-381a-40c0-9bd2-b012217a7083
  12th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f662a74e-4335-4306-a771-f5693804b737
  8th January 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15908c6f-b17c-4677-8116-37fb7c54cc8a
  Locations of each site with maps and images of the layout and equipment.
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a82b6644-4171-4f78-bf06-1b11174dadf6
  Please read this document, which details the tender and the council's requirements.
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/85759c30-4f85-485c-ae31-276314578c41
  Appendix B has been updated with three amendments shown in red on pages 1-2.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blandfordforum-tc.gov.uk

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