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title: "Design and Install a Playground at Hawthorn Gardens, Kendal via ESPO Framework 115_25 Lot 1"
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# Design and Install a Playground at Hawthorn Gardens, Kendal via ESPO Framework 115_25 Lot 1

Buyer: WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d7b9735b-bdf6-486b-9016-37ddf7b9fb4e

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## Summary

Westmorland and Furness Council has completed a public procurement process for the design and installation of a new playground at Hawthorn Gardens, Kendal. This process is classified under the industry category "Sports goods and equipment," with a specific emphasis on "Playground equipment". Located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement has moved to the award stage. The tender was a call-off from the ESPO Framework 115_25 Lot 1, using a selective procurement method, indicative of a more targeted approach. The contract, valued at £50,000, was awarded to Eibe Play Limited and is set to commence on 17th July 2026, concluding on 27th January 2027.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in playground equipment and installation to expand within the public sector. The project emphasises the need for inclusive and accessible play spaces, offering growth avenues for firms that innovate in these domains. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as those aligned with social values, are particularly well-suited to participate in similar tenders, considering the focus on community needs and sustainability. By engaging in such procurement processes, businesses can establish a reputation for quality and community involvement, fostering long-term partnerships with local councils across the UK.

## Notice

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking quotes to replace the existing playground at Hawthorn Gardens, Kendal with a modern, exciting, and inclusive play space that better meets the needs of the local community. Key aims include: Providing a variety of new play equipment that delivers challenge, excitement, and play value for children of different ages and abilities. Enhancing accessibility and incorporating inclusive play elements wherever possible. Ensuring the new design makes effective use of the site, recognising it is a small site but is well used. Improving the ground conditions that are currently uneven and prone to flooding.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28b46a2f-7650-45ed-8461-8b99779c8a81 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Jul 2026 - 27 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KENDAL |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA9 4DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD14 Westmorland and Furness |
| Local authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Electoral ward | Kendal Strickland and Fell |
| Westminster constituency | Westmorland and Lonsdale |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EIBE PLAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37400000 - Sports goods and equipment
- 37535200 - Playground equipment

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 13:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28b46a2f-7650-45ed-8461-8b99779c8a81

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28b46a2f-7650-45ed-8461-8b99779c8a81
  10th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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