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title: "020336 Finch Wood Play Area"
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# 020336 Finch Wood Play Area

Buyer: KNOWSLEY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d5af91a7-ab34-4069-99c5-2d9dc95aa8b7

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Knowsley Council, focused on landscaping works for the Finch Wood Play Area, classified under landscaping work for playgrounds. This took place in the North West of the United Kingdom with key stages including the tender completion and award phases. The tender process started with a deadline on 18th February 2026, and following the completion of the procurement stage, the contract was awarded on 11th June 2026. The contract, valued at £99,267.80, covers the period from 15th June 2026 to 30th September 2026. This procurement was conducted under an 'Other' procurement method, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs.

This landscaping project presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in playground installations and outdoor landscaping services, especially those that can leverage SME or VCSE status. With Knowsley Council acting as the buyer, and having awarded the contract to Dunkil Developments Ltd, there are evident pathways for growth for businesses capable of delivering high-quality landscaping solutions within the specified timelines. Companies equipped with expertise in similar public sector projects will find themselves well-positioned to secure similar contracts and expand their portfolios.

## Notice

Landscaping Works for Finch Wood Play Area

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db6a9984-b3bb-40e8-ba1a-189da44d0b65 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,267 |
| 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 | KNOWSLEY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DUNKIL DEVELOPMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2026 at 13:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db6a9984-b3bb-40e8-ba1a-189da44d0b65

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db6a9984-b3bb-40e8-ba1a-189da44d0b65
  11th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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