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title: "Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement"
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# Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement

Buyer: SWANLEY TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9fd65ec-48c5-40be-9244-5f9e2c90f57b

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## Summary

Swanley Town Council has completed the procurement process for the "Swanley Recreation Ground Playground Replacement," a project within the "Playground equipment" industry category. The playground replacement aims to introduce a new wetpour base and safety surface compliant with BSEN standards, providing enhanced play value with a space theme. The procurement followed an "Open procedure" above the threshold, with initial tender publication on 9th October 2025. The delivery address falls under the postal code BR8 7BU in England. The awarded contract is valued at approximately £134,824.56 with Kompan Ltd selected as the supplier, marking the contract start date on 2nd March 2026 and end date on 31st May 2026.

The tender presented significant opportunities for business growth, particularly appealing to SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) due to its suitability criteria. Businesses specialising in playground equipment manufacturing, installation, or maintenance could leverage this contract to showcase their expertise in creating innovative play solutions, aligning with safety and quality standards. Additionally, firms with capabilities in theming and designing unique playground experiences would benefit from involvement, laying foundations for future projects in public recreational spaces.

## Notice

Replacement of playground at Swanley Recreation Ground. To create a wetpour base with a new wetpour safety surface which compiles with BSEN 1176 and has a minimum guarantee of 2 years but preferably longer. A maintenance plan is a desirable extra service we would like. The product should have been tested in accordance with BS EN 1177 and BS EN 7188. To remove existing equipment, wetpour and then top soil with seed the current playarea and replace with new equipment in a new location on the Recreation Ground with a significantly uplifted play value compared to the current playground. The area and equipment where possible should follow a space theme. On-site meetings are essential with supporting information provided at that meeting.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc51ab66-89f2-40d8-b2e1-e2f94a67c00f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £134,824 |
| 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 | SWANLEY TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | SWANLEY |
| Post town | Bromley |
| Postcode | BR8 7BU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Sevenoaks |
| Electoral ward | Swanley St Mary's |
| Westminster constituency | Sevenoaks |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KOMPAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2026 at 12:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc51ab66-89f2-40d8-b2e1-e2f94a67c00f
- 17 Dec 2025 at 12:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/996853fa-296b-4105-b16c-c2fcdae98aab
- 9 Oct 2025 at 17:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/996853fa-296b-4105-b16c-c2fcdae98aab

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc51ab66-89f2-40d8-b2e1-e2f94a67c00f
  5th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/996853fa-296b-4105-b16c-c2fcdae98aab
  17th December 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a3ba575-dfac-4a7b-b7f8-a641882af3e9
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9afe24e6-baac-437a-b1cd-aeac9cf17112

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