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title: "Installation of a Children's Play Area on Collins Drive, Earley"
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# Installation of a Children's Play Area on Collins Drive, Earley

Buyer: EARLEY TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-609b8ac5-cc88-471a-bf94-e52188d7fcfa

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## Summary

The Earley Town Council has completed a procurement process for the design and installation of a children's play area on Collins Drive, Earley. This project falls under the industry category of playground equipment (CPV code 37535200) and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender stage has transitioned to an award, with the project valued at £57,000 plus VAT. Key dates include tender submission deadline on 4th March 2024, and the contract period starting on 20th June 2024 and ending on 24th July 2024. The procurement method used was a limited competitive quotation (below threshold), ensuring a tailored but competitive selection process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in playground design, equipment manufacturing, and installation. SMEs can notably benefit due to the suitability criteria specified. Companies specialising in durable, sustainable playground solutions with an emphasis on innovative design and high play value would find this project beneficial for growth. Successful delivery of such projects can enhance a supplier's portfolio, demonstrating capability in managing comprehensive installations that include not only play equipment but also surfacing, fencing, and associated amenities.

## Notice

You are invited to submit a formal quotation for the design and installation of a children's play area, including play equipment, surfacing, fencing, benches and bins, on Collins Drive, Earley with a budget of PS57,000 plus VAT. The work will consist of: * Detailed designs for the playground, including drawings and specifications; * Working in collaboration with the Town Council on the draft designs, with potential for further public consultation prior to final amendments; * Obtaining all necessary permissions, licences and approvals to undertake the work; * Removing and disposing of the existing play equipment (if required); * Installing the new play equipment; * Installing new surfacing; * Installing new fencing * Installing benches and bins (see notes below); * Equipment and workmanship warranties Quotations and supporting documents should be emailed to jessfriend@earley-tc.gov.uk. Proposals will be reviewed taking into consideration the following factors: * Design suitability * Play value * Durability and longevity * Sustainability & environmental factors * Price

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36343cb3-1b06-40f2-8235-f3ec60f5786e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 19 Jun 2024 - 24 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,000 |
| 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 | EARLEY TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG6 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Hillside |
| Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2024 at 10:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36343cb3-1b06-40f2-8235-f3ec60f5786e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36343cb3-1b06-40f2-8235-f3ec60f5786e
  17th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/715a66bc-a8be-4ff4-ab97-6ab68042774f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eea04c77-f4f4-42a0-89a1-94a48b8852be

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