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title: "Design and Installation of playground equipment to create an extension to an existing play space"
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# Design and Installation of playground equipment to create an extension to an existing play space

Buyer: PENRITH TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3207bb5-5412-4bf4-9e52-f07450756366

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## Summary

Penrith Town Council is currently seeking qualified companies for the design and installation of playground equipment to extend the existing play space at Fairhill Playing Field, Salkeld Road, Penrith, Cumbria. This tender is part of the works category and has been initiated under an open procurement method, with applications due by 17 December 2019. The project aims to enhance children's play areas, specifically targeting inclusivity for the 6 to 12-year-old age group. The installation is expected to commence in spring 2020, with a total contract value of £45,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses that specialise in playground equipment and installation, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can demonstrate expertise in creating inclusive play environments and provide safe, high-quality equipment are ideally positioned to compete. Engaging in this project could enhance a business's portfolio, build relationships with local authorities, and contribute significantly to community welfare initiatives.

## Notice

Penrith Town Council is seeking a qualified and reputable play company to design, supply and install an extension to the children's play area at Fairhill Playing Field, Penrith, Cumbria. The location of the site is Fairhill Playing Field, Salkeld Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8RA. The aim is to decide on a preferred supplier and to place an order in December 2019, for an installation in the spring of 2020. This project requires the supply and installation of new children's play equipment including play area surfacing. An existing fenced play area enclosure can be extended to accommodate the additional play items. The existing items of play equipment, including the surfacing, are to be retained however Contractors are permitted to remove the flat swings and accompanying surfacing and relocate within their new design layout which is a preference for the Council. The principal focus of the new play equipment is inclusivity and providing play items for the 6 to 12-year-old age group. Interested parties to apply to: The Services and Contracts Manager Penrith Town Council Unit 1, Church House 19-24 Friargate Penrith Cumbria CA11 7XR

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc60ce6f-ec57-49cf-b795-df1e9da87337 |
| 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 | 13 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Apr 2020 - 1 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| 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 | PENRITH TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | PENRITH |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA11 9QU |
| 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 | Hesket and Lazonby |
| Westminster constituency | Penrith and Solway |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2019 at 18:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc60ce6f-ec57-49cf-b795-df1e9da87337

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc60ce6f-ec57-49cf-b795-df1e9da87337
  13th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bc24b555-fb90-408f-afd2-c248d758d674
  Tender Fairhill Play Area

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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