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title: "Playground Upgrade"
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# Playground Upgrade

Buyer: LITTLE THETFORD PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a052052b-aaaa-4b7f-933a-86716f3617e0

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## Summary

Little Thetford Parish Council is seeking a contractor for a Playground Upgrade project aimed at enhancing public space in Ely, England. This procurement falls under the goods category and involves the removal of old playground equipment, installation of new apparatus, and resurfacing of the playground area. The tender period is active, with a deadline for submissions set for 31st March 2021. The total contract value is £50,000, with a minimum value of £25,000, and the procurement method used is a single tender action due to the contract being below the threshold.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in playground equipment, construction, and surfacing works. Companies with experience in supply and installation of playground facilities and safety surfacing, particularly those that can manage the planning, removal, and installation processes, would be well-suited to compete. The project not only allows for immediate revenue generation but also enhances the community's recreational resources, which can further lead to future project opportunities within local government contracts.

## Notice

Little Thetford Parish Council are looking for a contractor to complete a Children's playground upgrade in public space. This would include removal and disposal of old equipment, supplying and installing new playground equipment and re-surfacing ground area. We are interested in the following equipment. * 1.8m Log swing with cradle seats and anti-wrap chains. * 2.4m Log swing with basket seat. * A large play tower with a bumpy slide attached. * Sunken mini trampoline (1.5mx1.5m) including frame and rubber tiles. * Modify existing earth mound to include a 6m long crawl through and 2x Embankment log ramp rope climbers. * 2.4m Log swing with flat seats and anti-wrap chains. * 1.8m bench with back For surfacing we are looking for * 21m2 of raised 40mm GREEN wetpour (over existing wetpour, inc chase) * 32m2 of raised 50mm GREEN wetpour (over existing wetpour)(Inc 2m2 of 100mm groundworks, additional PCC edging and chase out. * 26m2 of raised 20mm GREEN wetpour skim (over existing wetpour, inc chase) * 53m2 of raised 50mm RED wetpour (over existing wetpour)(inc 28m2 of 100mm groundworks, additional PCC edging and chase out) * 20mx300mm wide RED wetpour (inc 100mm groundworks and PCC edging) * 17m2 of recessed 40mm RED wetpour (inc 100mm groundworks and PCC edging) * 24m2 of recessed 60mm GREEN wetpour (inc 3m2 of 100mm groundworks, 30% groundworks top up and additional PCC edging) Removal of * Cradle swing seats, climbing frame, seesaw, embankment slide, metal trail equipment, flat seat swings, 2x benches, 7mx3m of 60mm wetpour. * Removal of any spoil or waste material from site. All work would need to include a post independent inspection Please contact the Parish Clerk- Amy Jacklin on the details at the top of the page if you have any queries or questions. Job to be on contact finder until 31st March 2021

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5547723-5b8f-4528-b98e-e048685892bb |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | LITTLE THETFORD PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ELY |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB6 3HG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | East Cambridgeshire |
| Electoral ward | Stretham |
| Westminster constituency | Ely and East Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2021 at 09:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5547723-5b8f-4528-b98e-e048685892bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5547723-5b8f-4528-b98e-e048685892bb
  2nd March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bb5a71be-c423-41d0-9bf7-c7fba5ce4c05

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