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title: "ESC068/2025"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# ESC068/2025

Buyer: MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf6c3ae1-3685-4c1c-b450-4080e07e05d1

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## Summary

Middlesbrough Council has completed the tender process for the "ESC068/2025" project, focusing on the revamp of Colmore Play Park with new outdoor playground equipment. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category within the playground equipment industry and was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is set to be executed in the North East region of the United Kingdom, with the delivery and implementation period beginning on 27th October 2025 and concluding on 26th October 2026. The award was officially made on 20th October 2025, with a contract value of £84,340, awarded to Wicksteed Leisure Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the playground equipment sector, particularly those classified as small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies with expertise in supplying durable and innovative playground solutions can leverage such projects to expand their business operations and enhance their market reputation. The completion of this project could serve as a strong portfolio piece, aiding in securing future contracts within the public sector. Engaging in contracts of this nature not only boosts business growth through substantial financial compensation but also positions a company as a key player in regional public infrastructure development.

## Notice

ESPO - 115_25 Outdoor Play Equipment Mini Competition for Playground Equipment for Colmore Play Park Revamp

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbc0bd18-40da-4e31-ac77-2121d2e5f887 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £84,340 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £84,340 |
| 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 | MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS1 9FT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Middlesbrough |
| Electoral ward | Newport |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## 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

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2025 at 10:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbc0bd18-40da-4e31-ac77-2121d2e5f887

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbc0bd18-40da-4e31-ac77-2121d2e5f887
  21st October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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