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title: "Invitation to Tender for the Design & Build of Sand play improvements at Withy Grove playground, Brindle Rd, Bamber Bridge, Preston PR5 6YJ"
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# Invitation to Tender for the Design & Build of Sand play improvements at Withy Grove playground, Brindle Rd, Bamber Bridge, Preston PR5 6YJ

Buyer: SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cdfa4ab6-494a-456d-a3d8-55892d62e67a

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## Summary

South Ribble Borough Council recently concluded an open procurement process for the design and build of sand play improvements at Withy Grove playground, located on Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6YJ. This project falls under the industry category of playground equipment and has a specific focus on playground sandboxes and park equipment. The tender was initially published on 26th April 2024, with the tender period ending on 31st May 2024. The contract was awarded to KOMPAN Ltd on 25th September 2024, with a total budget of £150,000. The contract period begins on 7th October 2024 and is expected to end on 10th January 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the design and construction of playground facilities. SMEs and VCSEs were particularly encouraged to participate, making it a viable option for small to medium-sized enterprises seeking to expand their portfolio in the recreational construction sector. Engaging in such public sector projects can not only provide a stable revenue stream but also enhance a company's credibility and visibility in the local community. Companies specialising in playground design, sandbox installations, and park equipment manufacturing would have found this project particularly well-suited to their capabilities.

## Notice

South Ribble Borough Council is inviting tenders for the design and build of sand play improvements at Withy grove playground, Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston as detailed more fully in the Specification. The Council's set budget for this project is PS150,000. Bids over the set budget will be rejected.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdc7911b-c493-402e-8f48-81737f877746 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 6 Oct 2024 - 10 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| 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 | SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEYLAND |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR25 1DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | South Ribble |
| Electoral ward | Broadfield |
| Westminster constituency | South Ribble |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KOMPAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 37535270 - Playground sandboxes
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment

## Release History

- 25 Sep 2024 at 11:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdc7911b-c493-402e-8f48-81737f877746
- 26 Apr 2024 at 10:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a1db75-afc0-4d88-928d-abfb74b87cf0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdc7911b-c493-402e-8f48-81737f877746
  25th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a1db75-afc0-4d88-928d-abfb74b87cf0
  26th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.southribble.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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