--- title: "Invitation to tender for the design, supply and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-73c37bf3-5bc6-4ff6-bd01-8282ac58d220" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-73c37bf3-5bc6-4ff6-bd01-8282ac58d220" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73c37bf3-5bc6-4ff6-bd01-8282ac58d220.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73c37bf3-5bc6-4ff6-bd01-8282ac58d220.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CALNE TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-01" --- # Invitation to tender for the design, supply and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne Buyer: CALNE TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-73c37bf3-5bc6-4ff6-bd01-8282ac58d220 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-73c37bf3-5bc6-4ff6-bd01-8282ac58d220) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73c37bf3-5bc6-4ff6-bd01-8282ac58d220.json) ## Summary Calne Town Council is actively inviting tenders for the design, supply, and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne, with an aim to improve the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the town centre. This project falls under the industry category of landscaping and urban furniture, classified by CPV codes relating to plants, trees, urban furniture, and park equipment. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with interested parties required to submit their proposals by 1 May 2026. The contract will commence on 1 June 2026 and conclude by the end of August that year. Potential bidders can direct their queries to Robert Mercer starting from 13 April 2026. The tender process follows an open procedure method, allowing inclusive participation below the threshold. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in urban furniture and landscaping solutions to grow and establish themselves within the public procurement sector. SMEs, particularly those with expertise in biodiversity and creating inviting public spaces, would find themselves well-suited for this project. The need for creative design concepts paired with detailed cost proposals encourages innovative solutions, providing businesses a platform to showcase their capability in enhancing public spaces. Given the emphasis on both aesthetics and functional improvements, this opportunity is particularly ripe for companies adept in holistic urban and green planning. ## Notice Calne Town Council (CTC) invites tenders for the design, supply, and installation of seating and planters in Phelps Parade, Calne. The principal aims are to enhance the area's aesthetic appeal and deliver improved functional features that encourage more visits to the town centre and support longer dwell times. Please include design concepts and fully itemised costs for the supply and installation of all elements. There is a further desire to bring biodiversity improvements to the space so plant specification must reflect this. Please use the below WeTransfer link to submit your tender documents and any supporting information. https://we.tl/r-uKBZgm4UDVReq2iY NB - Further details are available in the attached documents. Additional information: Please note, Robert Mercer will be available from 13 April 2026 to answer any queries / to be available for any site visit requests. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf74e16e-2a86-46b2-b210-87ea924e4b69 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CALNE TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | CALNE | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN11 0EN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire | | Local authority | Wiltshire | | Electoral ward | Calne Central | | Westminster constituency | Chippenham | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 03451000 - Plants - 03452000 - Trees - 34928400 - Urban furniture - 43325000 - Park and playground equipment - 45112700 - Landscaping work ## Release History - 1 Apr 2026 at 12:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf74e16e-2a86-46b2-b210-87ea924e4b69 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf74e16e-2a86-46b2-b210-87ea924e4b69 1st April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4e88a639-ecbe-4a8a-9abe-4511244cd45a Details of tender requirements and additional information. - https://we.tl/r-uKBZgm4UDVReq2iY Please use this WeTransfer link to submit your tender responses and any relevant supporting documents. ## Notice URLs - http://www.calne.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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