--- title: "Works Contract - Children's Play Area" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b814f28-659d-4b64-8272-6437e1a07e98" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b814f28-659d-4b64-8272-6437e1a07e98" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b814f28-659d-4b64-8272-6437e1a07e98.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b814f28-659d-4b64-8272-6437e1a07e98.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES" published: "2019-12-10" --- # Works Contract - Children's Play Area Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b814f28-659d-4b64-8272-6437e1a07e98 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b814f28-659d-4b64-8272-6437e1a07e98) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b814f28-659d-4b64-8272-6437e1a07e98.json) ## Summary The National Archives has initiated a tender process for a "Works Contract - Children's Play Area" to design, supply, and install a new play area at their location in Kew, Richmond, Surrey (TW9 4DU). The project is classified under construction work and recreational services, with a focus on creating an engaging playground for children aged 0-12 years. Interested suppliers must submit an Expression of Interest by 5pm on January 10th, 2020, ahead of the contract period starting on April 1st, 2020 and concluding on October 31st, 2020. This procurement follows an open procedure, allowing various suppliers to participate in the bidding process. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in playground design and installation, particularly those experienced in creating innovative and themed play areas. Companies with a background in working with durable materials and landscaping in outdoor settings will find this project particularly suited to their capabilities. The National Archives aims to select up to five suppliers based on the quality of their submissions, making this an advantageous opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector. ## Notice The National Archives intends to publish an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for a Works Contract to design, supply and install a new play area comprising a multi-play structure in its grounds at Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 4DU. The available space is identified on the attached drawing, and is approximately 484m2. The new playground will need to cater for a mixture of young and older children (0-12 year olds). This is the first installation of this type within the grounds of The National Archives, and therefore the new play area needs to have a 'wow factor', or be based on a theme, to make it unique. Any design needs to take into consideration that the play area is located close to an inland water feature. The area to be developed currently has some planting and three trees with a ground cover of wood bark. Therefore, consideration will also need to be given to any associated landscaping to provide the best outcome for the design. All play items are to be made from a durable wood which has been sufficiently treated before installation, as it is our aspiration to make the play area look as natural as possible in appearance. All play items will need to be installed to manufacturing guidelines, so that they meet British Standards. If you are interested in tendering for this opportunity, please submit an Expression of Interest to procurement@nationalarchives.gov.uk by 5pm on January 10th, 2020 comprising evidence of your experience in designing and implementing play areas of a similar scale and type. The National Archives envisages selecting a maximum of five potential Suppliers to receive the ITT, those Suppliers being selected based on the quality and relevance of the Expressions of Interest received. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afcaa398-173b-4476-8dbf-01ec53f2f54b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | 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 | 10 Dec 2019 | | Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Oct 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES | | Locality | RICHMOND | | Post town | Twickenham | | Postcode | TW9 4DU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West | | ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames | | Local authority | Richmond upon Thames | | Electoral ward | Kew | | Westminster constituency | Richmond Park | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ## Release History - 10 Dec 2019 at 11:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afcaa398-173b-4476-8dbf-01ec53f2f54b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afcaa398-173b-4476-8dbf-01ec53f2f54b 10th December 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/98c07cdd-965e-45fb-94b7-1f74745dac22 Drawing ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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