--- title: "Play Area - Design Supply and install inclusive play area" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-97ed73f9-f5ee-4415-b5bb-06fed642aac3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-97ed73f9-f5ee-4415-b5bb-06fed642aac3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-97ed73f9-f5ee-4415-b5bb-06fed642aac3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-97ed73f9-f5ee-4415-b5bb-06fed642aac3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "OADBY & WIGSTON DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2025-07-22" --- # Play Area - Design Supply and install inclusive play area Buyer: OADBY & WIGSTON DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-97ed73f9-f5ee-4415-b5bb-06fed642aac3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-97ed73f9-f5ee-4415-b5bb-06fed642aac3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-97ed73f9-f5ee-4415-b5bb-06fed642aac3.json) ## Summary The Oadby & Wigston District Council is inviting tenders for the design, supply, and installation of an inclusive play area at Willow Park, Aylestone Lane, Wigston. This procurement process aims to create an inclusive space catering to children with special needs, sensory needs, and mobility issues. The project encompasses dismantling, refurbishing, and installing playground equipment, with a budget of £65,000. It falls under the industry category of playground and park equipment and is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender amendment stage, with a tender submission deadline of 5pm on 12th August 2025. The contract period is set from 1st September 2025 to 31st March 2026, and site visits can be arranged by contacting the Council's procurement office. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in playground equipment, particularly those experienced in designing inclusive play spaces. The open procedure method indicates a transparent process that is well-suited for SMEs. Companies focusing on accessibility and innovative playground solutions will find this project aligns well with their expertise and ability to deliver under a competitive budget. Successful bidders will not only contribute to a meaningful community project but also enhance their portfolio with a significant and socially impactful contract. ## Notice Tender for the design, supply and installation of new play area at Willow Park, Aylestone Lane, Wigston. To include dismantling of existing equipment, retention and refurbishment of equipment to be retained and supply and installation of additional equipment including safety surfacing. The vision for the new play area is that it will create a space where children with special needs, sensory needs and those with mobility issues including wheelchair users can play and interact alongside all other children. The attached tender document gives full details of the specification for the play area together with information on submitting a tender. The closing date for tenders is 5pm on Tuesday 12th August 2025. Site visits can be arranged by emailing procurement@oadby-wigston.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1755efbf-709d-4aeb-b3c7-49cc4d276b3c | | 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 | 22 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £65,000 | | 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 | OADBY & WIGSTON DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | OADBY | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE2 5JJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland | | Local authority | Oadby and Wigston | | Electoral ward | Oadby Brocks Hill | | Westminster constituency | Harborough, Oadby and Wigston | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment ### Codes - 37535200 - Playground equipment - 43325000 - Park and playground equipment ## Release History - 22 Jul 2025 at 15:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1755efbf-709d-4aeb-b3c7-49cc4d276b3c - 18 Jul 2025 at 09:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1755efbf-709d-4aeb-b3c7-49cc4d276b3c - 10 Jul 2025 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1755efbf-709d-4aeb-b3c7-49cc4d276b3c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1755efbf-709d-4aeb-b3c7-49cc4d276b3c 22nd July 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/32426e96-6d4c-43a0-be06-9d667bbb9faf - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/deeb9940-0a35-402b-90ac-ca5e885e4e19 Clarification to bidders questions - issue 1 (18 July 2025) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e18e6e08-0818-42ec-8f66-a2b97948d7d0 Further clarification to bidders questions (issue 2) ## Notice URLs - http://www.oadby-wigston.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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