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title: "Provision to install new playground and recreational equipment"
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buyer: "DETLING PARISH COUNCIL"
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# Provision to install new playground and recreational equipment

Buyer: DETLING PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e53e9ebf-2788-4c58-97ee-66fd8ae047ba

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## Summary

Detling Parish Council, located in Maidstone, Kent, is currently in the Tender stage of a procurement process for the installation of new playground and recreational equipment. This initiative aims to enhance the existing children's playground, including replacing the multiplay tower and safety surfacing, as well as adding a sports wall for teenagers and exercise equipment. Classified under the industry category of Recreational, cultural, and sporting services, this procurement project is valued at £125,000, with a minimum budget of £75,000. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 8th May 2026, and the contract period is set from 30th September 2026 to 21st July 2027. The procurement method is direct, utilising a single tender action below the threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in playground installation, recreational and sports equipment provision, and landscape contracting to expand their portfolios. It is an excellent fit for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given Detling Parish Council's suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in creating safe, engaging recreational spaces, including those that focus on innovative designs for youth sports facilities, are positioned well to compete in this procurement process. Leveraging this opportunity could also lead to establishing future partnerships with local councils for similar projects.

## Notice

Detling Parish Council (Borough of Maidstone, Kent) wishes to improve its recreational facilities and seeks tenders to carry out all works. We are seeking to improve the existing children's playground primarily to replace the multiplay tower and safety surfacing. The provision of a sports wall for teenagers and exercise equipment is also required. Details as to how to apply is contained in the documents. All enquires to the Clerk to the Council: clerk@detlingparishcouncil.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcc33a5c-857e-4def-bfe9-7d3737cf371d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2026 - 21 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £125,000 |
| 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 | DETLING PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 4HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Bearsted & Downswood |
| Westminster constituency | Faversham and Mid Kent |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 15:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcc33a5c-857e-4def-bfe9-7d3737cf371d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcc33a5c-857e-4def-bfe9-7d3737cf371d
  31st March 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e936cb0-4baf-4580-a987-847dc97cff08
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b44ccb25-9ec1-41dc-b124-9767b2536ba4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/18236b52-7264-4d3e-a935-81db2b6fcd83
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c465b626-1cf4-4bb5-aec2-a62e99243dd1
  References

## Notice URLs

- http://www.detlingparish.co.uk/

## Provenance

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