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title: "Provision of Play Safety Surfacing"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b4da74e5-1f03-4249-a668-3bc1494c9461"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES"
published: "2021-09-23"
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# Provision of Play Safety Surfacing

Buyer: OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b4da74e5-1f03-4249-a668-3bc1494c9461

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Oxford Direct Services seeking contractors for the provision of play safety surfacing in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The project, valued at £375,000, falls under the landscaping work for playgrounds category and has now reached the award stage. The contract was awarded on 12th July 2021, with the contract duration extending until 11th July 2024. The procurement method adopted was a selective, or restricted procedure, allowing for a controlled bidding process, which concluded on 9th June 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in landscaping and related fields, especially those specialising in safety surfacing for playgrounds. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to consider participation, as the tender supports inclusive procurement practices. Businesses offering innovative surfacing solutions or those with experience in playground safety could leverage this contract to establish or enhance their market presence.

## Notice

This requirement is for the installation of new safety surfacing / replace old worn surface to comply with ROSPA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb005462-4301-4a76-98fb-cf9d538e092c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 11 Jul 2021 - 11 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £375,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £375,000 |
| 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 | OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX4 2HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Temple Cowley |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford East |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFT SURFACES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2021 at 09:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb005462-4301-4a76-98fb-cf9d538e092c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb005462-4301-4a76-98fb-cf9d538e092c
  23rd September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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