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title: "Enhancement to Prospect Street Recreation ground"
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# Enhancement to Prospect Street Recreation ground

Buyer: HORNCASTLE TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aa7c70b7-29ba-485e-81a2-22503981a358

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## Summary

The procurement process for enhancing the Prospect Street Recreation ground in Horncastle has reached the award stage. Horncastle Town Council, the responsible contracting authority, has awarded the contract to Wicksteed Leisure Limited as of 11th March 2025, with the contract running from 3rd November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The project, classified under outdoor sports, playground equipment, and recreational services, aims to develop an intergenerational, family-focused, and safe community space. With a contract value of £120,336.53 GBP, the procurement followed a selective method involving a competitive procedure with negotiation. The project location is LN9 5BA, with initial tenders having been sought by 31st January 2025.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in outdoor recreation and community space development, particularly those classified as SMEs or VCSEs. Companies with expertise in designing and implementing playground and recreational facilities are well-positioned to compete for such tenders. The requirement for potential contractors to have a diverse portfolio of similar past projects, alongside professional guarantees, underscores the value of established experience in the field. Furthermore, businesses that can assist in securing grant funding could benefit from showcasing this capability to increase their competitive edge when similar opportunities arise.

## Notice

Tenders are being sought to improve the recreation space at Prospect Street, Horncastle to make it into an attractive, welcoming and safe community space for families. Consultation has taken place with the community and the survey results are shown in the attached specification document. The final design must incorporate some of the facilities identified at Question 2 of the survey. Our core objectives for this project are: * create an intergenerational space * family focussed * create a safe and inclusive space Tenderers are asked to provide: a) details of previous projects of a comparable nature showing the breadth of your portfolio b) Details of professional warrantees and any guarantees offered c) Potential start date for work d) Estimated duration of proposed work A site visit is essential although will not be accompanied as the site is always open and accessible. One day has been set aside for accompanied site visits. The date is Monday 6th January and anyone wishing to have an accompanied visit must book an appointment in advance. Please contact the Town Clerk to make an appointment - Tel: 01507 522957 or email info@horncastletowncouncil.co.uk. Horncastle Town Council holds ultimate responsibility for appointing a contractor, however, in determining the correct provider, may seek input from the local community. Interviews with shortlisted contractors may be offered. These will be an informal opportunity for the Council to meet your company representatives as we feel the relationship that can be built with the preferred contractor is crucial. Details to note: Delivery of this project is dependent on grant funding. If you could assist in this process, please indicate this in your tender submission. Tenders can be submitted in a sealed envelope marked 'Tender Return' to: The Town Clerk Horncastle Town Council Town Council Office The Stanhope Hall Boston Road Horncastle LN9 6NF or sent by email to tenders@horncastletowncouncil.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7a6be37-a49d-4d12-9ed6-ee90f4d597e3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,336 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HORNCASTLE TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | HORNCASTLE |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN9 6NF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | East Lindsey |
| Electoral ward | Horncastle |
| Westminster constituency | Louth and Horncastle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WICKSTEED LEISURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment
- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2025 at 10:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7a6be37-a49d-4d12-9ed6-ee90f4d597e3
- 17 Dec 2024 at 10:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d76f4ca9-6938-4e05-aa94-e2bf6592e821
- 13 Dec 2024 at 09:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d76f4ca9-6938-4e05-aa94-e2bf6592e821

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7a6be37-a49d-4d12-9ed6-ee90f4d597e3
  22nd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d76f4ca9-6938-4e05-aa94-e2bf6592e821
  17th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5e0577a2-76fe-4b9f-97e0-2a09827982bb
  Tender specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/38057035-f4aa-481e-a62b-7470a21efdb2
  Tender Specification

## Notice URLs

- http://www.horncastletowncouncil.co.uk

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