--- title: "Play Area Refurbishment Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-be8e7943-3482-4fd2-be20-58801fdace05" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-be8e7943-3482-4fd2-be20-58801fdace05" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be8e7943-3482-4fd2-be20-58801fdace05.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be8e7943-3482-4fd2-be20-58801fdace05.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BICESTER TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2017-12-18" --- # Play Area Refurbishment Programme Buyer: BICESTER TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be8e7943-3482-4fd2-be20-58801fdace05 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-be8e7943-3482-4fd2-be20-58801fdace05) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be8e7943-3482-4fd2-be20-58801fdace05.json) ## Summary The Bicester Town Council is initiating a tender for the "Play Area Refurbishment Programme" aimed at upgrading playground facilities situated in Bicester, England. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for submitting tenders set for 26th January 2018. The refurbishment involves addressing three distinct play areas: Launton Meadows, Kestrel Way Open Space, and Villiers Road, with a combined budget of up to £115,000. Key milestones include completing engagement by 26th January and starting work on 19th February 2018. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment and refurbishment services, particularly those capable of delivering robust, high-quality, and visually appealing solutions. Companies with experience in creating play environments that enhance community engagement and comply with safety standards would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The successful bidder will have the chance to contribute to the local community by revitalising key recreational spaces, thereby enhancing their visibility and reputation in the region. ## Notice Bicester Town Council Play Area Refurbishment Programme - Brief for Tendering Contact Details: Organisation: Bicester Town Council Web: www.bicester.gov.uk Name: Chris Johnson Position: Operations Manager Email: chris.johnson@bicester.gov.uk Telephone: 01869 252915 Closing Date for Tenders: Friday 26th January 2018 Start Date for Successful Tender: Monday 19th February 2018 Competition Date for Successful Tender: Friday 6th April 2018 Notes for Tenderers: To achieve this Council's objectives from these refurbishments the following areas need to be considered: * Robust and high-quality equipment * Increased play provision * Large choice of equipment options * Removal of all old equipment * Financially viable * Scheme to encourage positive customer feedback * Visually attractive to visitors/residents * Natural features * Visually blends in with the current site surroundings Play Area Number: 2 Location: Launton Meadows, Boston Road, Bicester Location Details: The play area is in a large open space surrounded by a combination bund of trees and scrubs. The site is on the outskirts of a large family housing estate and is considered to be one of the oldest play areas in the Town and the usage is moderate. Due to the poor state of the equipment it is not used that much by local/town residents and tends to draw an unwanted crowd of people on a regular basis. Size: 595 sqm Age Range: Multi Maximum Budget: PS35k Play Area Number: 37 Location: Kestrel Way Open Space, Langford Village, Bicester Location Details: The play area is in an open space surrounded by a combination bund of trees and scrubs. The site is situated on the old part of Langford Village is well used by families on the estate. The current design is poor and not very child friendly, offering a non-exciting level of play. The open space and play area is heavily used with the latter requiring urgent attention to bring it up to a modern standard. Size: 486 sqm Age Range: Multi Maximum Budget: PS30k Play Area Number: 55 Location: Villiers Road, Bicester Location Details: This play area is currently in an unsafe and unattractive condition. It boosts a large space perfect for a larger multi play items and zip wires. The site is based in a family estate and the local resident would be delighted with a scheme that is robust, fun and offers a large amount of play provision. One of the oldest play areas in which this Town Council owns but offers a lovely space for play provision. Size: 1806 sqm Age Range: Multi Maximum Budget: PS50k ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad1c26bb-b173-49aa-93a8-b186deef7875 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Dec 2017 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 26 Jan 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BICESTER TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | BICESTER | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX26 6PS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | Cherwell | | Electoral ward | Bicester South and Ambrosden | | Westminster constituency | Bicester and Woodstock | | 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 - 18 Dec 2017 at 12:17 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad1c26bb-b173-49aa-93a8-b186deef7875 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad1c26bb-b173-49aa-93a8-b186deef7875 18th December 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/727b0e49-7283-4046-b1c1-90c208f7ff85 ## Notice URLs - http://www.bicester.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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