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title: "Gillett Playing Fields Chorley: Playing Pitch Improvements and Associated Works"
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# Gillett Playing Fields Chorley: Playing Pitch Improvements and Associated Works

Buyer: SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46f5aaa9-f02c-4576-a212-e41290aa962a

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## Summary

This procurement process was led by South Ribble Borough Council, concerning the improvement of Gillett Playing Fields in Chorley, under the title "Playing Pitch Improvements and Associated Works". Classified under "Construction work", this contract falls within the works industry category. The procurement followed an open procedure, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises, with a total contract value of £121,284. Key dates include the award date of 19th February 2025 and a contract period spanning from 1st July 2025 to 1st July 2026. The location for the work is specified as Chorley, with postal code PR6 9EB.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, specifically those specialising in sports turf and drainage systems. The project encompasses surface grading and drainage installation, ideal for companies like SME contractors with expertise in such fields. The award was given to Chappelow Sports Turf Ltd, suggesting that companies with a focus on sports facility infrastructure could find similar opportunities to expand by competing for a diverse range of public sector contracts. The open procedure indicates a competitive environment aimed at encouraging participation from varied businesses, particularly those looking to bolster their portfolio in municipal construction projects.

## Notice

Chorley Council is inviting tenders for Gillett Playing Fields, Chorley: Improvement of Playing Pitches and Associated Works. Works will include surface grading, the provision of a new primary and secondary drainage to an existing outfall through a new restricted flow chamber, the development of a new grass sward for the football pitch, and the installation of a new connecting pathway from the pavilion to the redeveloped football pitch.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a3a24e-25b1-4a33-94f4-04b05096a4f9 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 1 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £121,284 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £121,284 |
| 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 | SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHORLEY |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR7 2AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD47 Chorley and West Lancashire |
| Local authority | Chorley |
| Electoral ward | Chorley North West |
| Westminster constituency | Chorley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHAPPELOW SPORTS TURF |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2025 at 12:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a3a24e-25b1-4a33-94f4-04b05096a4f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a3a24e-25b1-4a33-94f4-04b05096a4f9
  22nd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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