--- title: "Redevelopment of EYFS Outdoor Area" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ST GILBERT'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL" published: "2025-01-31" --- # Redevelopment of EYFS Outdoor Area Buyer: ST GILBERT'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7907bf0d-2abd-457f-8655-2bd3a5fce681.json) ## Summary St Gilbert's Church of England Primary School has initiated a procurement process for the redevelopment of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) outdoor area. Located in Stamford, the school seeks to enhance the outdoor play space to foster physical development and creativity among Reception pupils. The project, identified as "STG/EYFS/2025," falls under the construction materials and associated items category and uses an open procurement method. Interested bidders must submit their tenders by 17:00 on 14th February 2025, with the project's expected commencement on 20th July 2025 and completion by 31st August 2025. This contract offers substantial business growth opportunities, especially for companies experienced in playground design and construction, as well as those employing sustainable building practices. With a project value of £30,000, businesses involved in site preparation, structural products, and repair and maintenance services can suit the requirements well. To be competitive, contractors must ensure compliance with safety standards, utilise recycled materials, and provide a detailed maintenance schedule. This tender is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). ## Notice 1 Introduction 1.1 Company Background St Gilbert's Church of England Primary School (known as 'the School') is a standalone primary academy. Academy status was granted in January 2013. Located to the West of the historic town centre of Stamford, the school currently has 300 pupils form 4 - 11 years of age. The current school buildings were established in the early 1970's with a further addition at the beginning of the 2000's. 'The School' is currently rated 'Good' by OFSTED 1.2 Project Background The existing outdoor play area was installed circa 2008/9 and included: * Wet pour safe play surface throughout * Outdoor secure storage for resources * Activity areas and play equipment The equipment is now at the end of its economic life and 'the School' are looking to redesign the existing area with a space that is inviting and inspirational for the pupils in the Reception phase of the school 1.3 High Level Overview of Requirements Bidders are asked to submit a formal tender for the redevelopment of the Early Years outdoor play area . 1.4 Existing Provision The existing provision has the following equipment installed: * Wooden picket boundary fencing * Wet pour safe play surface throughout * Central climbing frame and slide * Sand pit * Mud pit with activity panels * Secure storage for outdoor resources * Raised bed planter * Covered activity area See appendix 1 for photographs of the existing provision To create and inviting and inspirational outdoor play area for use by pupils in the Early Years (Reception) phase. Key requirements are: * Removal/recycling of existing facilities including surfacing and timber structures * Ensuring compliant foundations for any new surfacing or structures * Design service to be completed in collaboration with 'the School' * Provision of equipment that will aid the physical development of all pupils * Provision of equipment that will encourage the joy of learning * Provision of equipment that enables creativity in play * Creative design that will enhance the natural world * A safe play surface and equipment compliant with BSEN1176 and BSEN1177 * Where possible, as much of the materials to be used are from recycled or sustainable sources * Provision of a full maintenance schedule * Use of qualified/registered installers * All contractors to be DBS checked ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e73579-c9ce-4ede-a999-b77dc2a7142a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | 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 | ST GILBERT'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL | | Locality | STAMFORD | | Post town | Peterborough | | Postcode | PE9 2PY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC | | Local authority | South Kesteven | | Electoral ward | Stamford St Mary's | | Westminster constituency | Rutland and Stamford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 44100000 - Construction materials and associated items - 44200000 - Structural products - 44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items - 44500000 - Tools, locks, keys, hinges, fasteners, chain and springs - 44800000 - Paints, varnishes and mastics - 45100000 - Site preparation work - 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services - 92600000 - Sporting services ## Release History - 31 Jan 2025 at 09:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e73579-c9ce-4ede-a999-b77dc2a7142a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15e73579-c9ce-4ede-a999-b77dc2a7142a 31st January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/20ef7490-0631-4dd9-9d16-7ad16c2ba626 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1f638d71-9b94-448d-b4c8-348e2e034d73 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1817c826-3a7d-4af2-b81a-025f33f4e514 ## Notice URLs - https://www.stgilberts.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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