--- title: "Two Play Park Upgrade Projects" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d349e746-dec8-41a5-9ce4-fd248b08e12f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d349e746-dec8-41a5-9ce4-fd248b08e12f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d349e746-dec8-41a5-9ce4-fd248b08e12f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d349e746-dec8-41a5-9ce4-fd248b08e12f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MELKSHAM TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-25" --- # Two Play Park Upgrade Projects Buyer: MELKSHAM TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d349e746-dec8-41a5-9ce4-fd248b08e12f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d349e746-dec8-41a5-9ce4-fd248b08e12f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d349e746-dec8-41a5-9ce4-fd248b08e12f.json) ## Summary The current procurement process initiated by Melksham Town Council invites bidders for the "Two Play Park Upgrade Projects," which aim to redevelop Dunch Lane Play Park and Riverside Play Park in Melksham. The tender, within the industry category of playground equipment, falls under the 'goods' procurement category. Located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, this process is at the tender amendment stage. The open procedure procurement method implies a broad invitation to potential suppliers, with the tender period ending on 6th August 2026 at 12:00. The contract is expected to start on 1st October 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2027. The project's main focus is the creation of high-quality, inclusive play environments, aligned with the PiPA Play framework to ensure accessibility and inclusion. This tender represents significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses specialising in playground equipment and developmental play space provision. The project strives to create imaginative and responsive play environments, offering a platform for companies with expertise in design, accessibility, and community-focused solutions. Businesses positioned to provide innovative designs and those experienced in working within local community contexts would find this opportunity particularly beneficial. While the tender is open to all, entities registered as SMEs or VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate, given the project's community impact potential and the buyer's preference for inclusivity and sustainable solutions. ## Notice Redevelopment of two play spaces in Melksham: Dunch Lane Play Park, designed for children aged 0-4 years, and Riverside Play Park, designed for children aged 5 and over. Together, the project aims to deliver high-quality, inclusive and imaginative play environments that respond to community priorities, reflect their surroundings and provide lasting value for children, families and the wider community. Both parks should be designed in line with the PiPA Play framework and advice, ensuring accessibility, inclusion and play value are considered throughout the design, delivery and ongoing management of each space. To register your interest; https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=36tjsR7s90ucHmmJlKHwttxJsJG6kw9OrPTOZ2CxBhpUNTZQT1U0VVI0UzBZVVhUVktEM0NFQUY0Uy4u&route=shorturl ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8284d2cd-3b24-48aa-a2b1-f4e8d8083901 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MELKSHAM TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | MELKSHAM | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN12 6ES | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire | | Local authority | Wiltshire | | Electoral ward | Melksham South | | Westminster constituency | Melksham and Devizes | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories ### Codes - 37535200 - Playground equipment ## Release History - 25 Jun 2026 at 16:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8284d2cd-3b24-48aa-a2b1-f4e8d8083901 - 25 Jun 2026 at 11:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8284d2cd-3b24-48aa-a2b1-f4e8d8083901 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8284d2cd-3b24-48aa-a2b1-f4e8d8083901 25th June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=36tjsR7s90ucHmmJlKHwttxJsJG6kw9OrPTOZ2CxBhpUNTZQT1U0VVI0UzBZVVhUVktEM0NFQUY0Uy4u&route=shorturl - https://www.melksham-tc.gov.uk/your-council/procurement/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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