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title: "New Village Playground"
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# New Village Playground

Buyer: AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4058a34b-337e-4a6b-9abf-ec498ec1d4da

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "New Village Playground" project, managed by Akeley Parish Council, involves the design, supply, and installation of play area equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, Buckingham, postcode MK18 5HB. The tender, classified under the 'Recreational, cultural and sporting services' industry category, commenced with the tender publication on 20th June 2025 and concluded its tender period on 31st July 2025. The procurement followed an open procedure method, aiming to finalise the preferred supplier in January 2026, with completion anticipated by May 2026. As of 16th May 2026, the contract was awarded to HAGSPLAY LTD, valued at £118,464.91, with the contract functionality designed to benefit those up to 12 years old. The tender was intended for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in recreational and sporting services, particularly those experienced in designing inclusive play equipment environments for children. Companies that can provide innovative and durable play solutions adhering to the standards of the Association of Play Industries are well-suited to bid for such contracts. The focus on imagination and inclusivity in the project opens avenues for businesses with expertise in creating engaging and diverse play experiences, thus helping them expand their portfolio in community development projects.

## Notice

Akeley Parish Council (APC) is seeking a company to design, supply and install play area equipment meeting the standards of the API (Association of Play Industries) at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB on the provisions as set out in this document. The location of the site is Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB The aim is to decide on a preferred supplier and to place an order in January 2026, for an installation as soon as possible thereafter. This project requires the supply and installation of new play equipment (ages up to 12 years) including play area surfacing. The Council will, where possible, retain any existing viable play equipment. The principal focus of the new play equipment is imagination and inclusivity, providing play items for the up to 12-year-old age group. Apply in writing to: Akeley Parish Council Clerk, Isabelle Hamilton, Fair View, Barton Hartshorn, Buckingham, MK18 4JU Or to apply or to request full tender document please email: playground@akeleyparishcouncil.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/166a7baa-118f-40fa-87d6-70130bfdbf8b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £118,464 |
| 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 | AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BUCKINGHAM |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK18 4JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Buckingham West |
| Westminster constituency | Buckingham and Bletchley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAGSPLAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 19:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/166a7baa-118f-40fa-87d6-70130bfdbf8b
- 20 Jun 2025 at 10:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7e439d6-f72a-4c38-81fd-14e7938efebe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/166a7baa-118f-40fa-87d6-70130bfdbf8b
  7th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7e439d6-f72a-4c38-81fd-14e7938efebe
  20th June 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dcb3ce65-458c-452f-92d6-3239175a2841

## Notice URLs

- http://www.akeleyparishcouncil.gov.uk

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