--- title: "Replacement Play Boat in Castle Park" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d81f3943-ee9a-45df-b1ea-01c9d893f8f2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d81f3943-ee9a-45df-b1ea-01c9d893f8f2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d81f3943-ee9a-45df-b1ea-01c9d893f8f2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d81f3943-ee9a-45df-b1ea-01c9d893f8f2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2020-09-08" --- # Replacement Play Boat in Castle Park Buyer: THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d81f3943-ee9a-45df-b1ea-01c9d893f8f2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d81f3943-ee9a-45df-b1ea-01c9d893f8f2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d81f3943-ee9a-45df-b1ea-01c9d893f8f2.json) ## Summary Thetford Town Council is currently seeking tenders for the project titled "Replacement Play Boat in Castle Park." The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with a competitive open procurement method suitable for projects below the threshold. This initiative, located at Castle Park, IP24 2DL, falls under the industry category of construction works, specifically focused on playground equipment. Tenders must be submitted by 12.00pm on Friday, 25th September 2020, and should include necessary documents such as public liability insurance and a company Health and Safety Policy. The contract period is expected to run from 4th January 2021 to 31st March 2021. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in construction, playground equipment manufacturing, and related services to expand their portfolio and client base. Companies with expertise in playground installations, those able to accommodate specific requirements such as the supervision of archaeological works, and those that can demonstrate strong health and safety capabilities will be particularly well-suited to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to submit tenders, as this project could contribute positively to their growth and community engagement. ## Notice Thursday, 8/09/2020 TTC/20/006 Thetford Town Council is seeking tenders for a replacement Play Boat in Castle Park The Town Council is seeking tenders for a replacement play boat for the existing Play Castle which has come to the end of its useful life. Ideally the Council would like a Viking boat but will consider pirate ships or other boats. Tender to include removal and disposal of existing tower, replacement apparatus and installation. More than one option can be sent if you have more than one boat style in your portfolio. The location for the play equipment is Castle Park - IP24 2DL. The park is a scheduled ancient monument, and any ground works will have to be supervised by an archaeologist. You may need to allow additional time in your quote to accommodate this. The Town Council however will pay for the supervising archaeologist. For more information please contact Tina Cunnell or Roz Barnett, email mail@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk (01842) 754247. Tender requirements: Written tender to include removal and disposal of existing tower, replacement apparatus and installation. Copy of public liability insurance. Copy of company Health and Safety Policy (if company has more that 5 employees). Example Method Statement Example Risk Assessments Details of 2 references A brief statement of how you will work with the Town Council and ensure the works are completed to a high standard if awarded the contract. Failure to supply any of the above will result in the Tender being rejected. Tenders to be received by 12.00pm, Friday the 25th of September 2020. Sealed inner envelopes to be clearly marked 'Tender - Castle Park Play Boat, For the Attention of the Town Clerk, Thetford Town Council. Postal Address: The Carnegie, Cage Lane, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2DS. Tel: 01842 754247. Details of the winning contract will be published IAW Local Government Transparency Code 2014.Should you require further information over and above the quote requirements then please do not hesitate to call. Yours sincerely Tina Cunnell ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1979bda-c39a-4fe1-bb90-ca7615beeb17 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000 | | 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 | THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | THETFORD | | Post town | Ipswich | | Postcode | IP24 2DS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk | | Local authority | Breckland | | Electoral ward | Thetford Castle | | Westminster constituency | South West Norfolk | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 8 Sep 2020 at 15:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1979bda-c39a-4fe1-bb90-ca7615beeb17 - 8 Sep 2020 at 07:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1979bda-c39a-4fe1-bb90-ca7615beeb17 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1979bda-c39a-4fe1-bb90-ca7615beeb17 8th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5529a772-659c-4d91-b1cf-89cd261f0ca0 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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