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title: "King George V Playing Fields - Playing Pitch Enhancement Works"
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# King George V Playing Fields - Playing Pitch Enhancement Works

Buyer: KNOWSLEY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f01010a7-f990-4ee1-b284-9073470eb0f5

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## Summary

Knowsley Council has completed the procurement process for the enhancement of playing pitches at King George V Playing Fields in Prescot, under the industry category of building construction work. This tender, issued through a restricted procedure with a selective procurement method, involved drainage improvements and surfacing conditioning of the grass playing pitches. The contract, valued at £88,536.29 including VAT, was awarded to J & R Alker Sports Ground Construction, commencing on 2nd October 2024 and set to conclude by 1st November 2025. The procurement exercise complied with Contract Procedure Rule 7 and the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, with an overall evaluation based on 40% quality (including 20% for Social Value) and 60% price.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sports ground construction and infrastructure improvement. The structured and compliant procurement process underscores the potential for local and regional businesses in the Knowsley and Liverpool City Region areas to engage in similar future contracts. Companies with expertise in construction work, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality and value-driven projects, could benefit from the visibility and experience gained through such collaborations with local government organisations. The awarded contract exemplifies the potential for growth and development in this sector, inviting SMEs to build their portfolios and foster robust community relationships.

## Notice

King George V Playing Fields, Prescot, Football and Community Hub - Playing Pitch Enhancement Works Grass playing pitch enhancement works, including drainage improvements and surfacing conditioning. Out of a total weighting of 100%, this was split into 40% quality (with 20% for Social Value) and 60% price. A compliant competitive exercise was undertaking in accordance with Contract Procedure Rule 7 and the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Following consideration of the legislation and risks inherent with the contract and the position of the local (Knowsley / Liverpool City Region) market place, this took the form of the issuing of a Request for Quotation (RfQ) through a closed competition with the invitation of at least 3 bidders.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc81585-a0b1-4562-978f-2cf86782d4a2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2024 - 1 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £88,536 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £88,536 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | J & R ALKER SPORTS GROUND CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 9 Oct 2024 at 14:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc81585-a0b1-4562-978f-2cf86782d4a2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc81585-a0b1-4562-978f-2cf86782d4a2
  9th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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