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title: "The Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Outdoor Playground Equipment and Play Area Surfacing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0438cb"
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buyer: "SEFTON COUNCIL"
published: "2024-03-05"
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# The Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Outdoor Playground Equipment and Play Area Surfacing

Buyer: SEFTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0438cb

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## Summary

Sefton Council is seeking a supplier for the supply, installation, and maintenance of outdoor playground equipment and play area surfacing across up to 30 sites in the borough of Sefton. This procurement falls under the goods category and involves safety surfacing, play equipment, and fencing. The tender has reached the active stage with a deadline of March 15, 2024, for submissions.

This tender by Sefton Council presents business growth opportunities for suppliers specializing in playground equipment, surfacing, and installation services. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality equipment, fencing, and surfacing materials compliant with safety standards are well-suited to compete. The procurement method is open, with electronic submissions required, and the contract includes multiple lots for different supply and installation requirements.

## Notice

Sefton Council is looking for a suitable supplier to carry out safety surfacing and play equipment and fencing installation and maintenance to play areas located at up to 30 sites across the borough of Sefton

### Lot Information

Equipment and Fencing Supply, Installation, Maintenance and Repair

Supply and install of play equipment and fencing shall do so in accordance with BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards. The equipment will be steel manufactured, galvanised and powered coated with low lead paint to BS EN 1176 standard and shall ensure a minimum lifespan of 10 years. All fixings must be made from stainless steel compliant with BS EN 10088-3. All (Multi Use Games Area) MUGA must comply with BS EN15312 for ball court construction. Fencing surrounding the MUGA must comprise of posts made from 95mm Box Section minimum, with a wall thickness of 6 mm minimum and pre-galvanized with a minimum lifespan of 10 years. Mesh must be galvanized and secured to the posts with anti-vibration fixings. All wooden structures shall be constructed from tanalised timber.

Surfacing Supply Installation and Repair (Macadam, Wet Pour and Synthetic Play Surfaces

Surfaces present within the playgrounds include Tarmac, Rubberised EPDM (Wet Pour) and Synthetic Play Surfacing Providers to this Lot must be capable of installing and repairing each type of Surfacing stated. All Providers must be capable of determining the Critical Fall Height (CFH) requirement for any new surfaces being laid and install those surfaces to comply with this requirement.

Equipment, Fencing and Surfacing Supply Installation and Repair

Supply and install play equipment and fencing in accordance with BS EN 1176 & BS EN 1177 standards. The equipment will be steel manufactured, galvanised and powered coated with low lead paint to BS EN 1176 standard and shall ensure a minimum lifespan of 10 years. All fixings must be made from stainless steel compliant with BS EN 10088-3. Multi Use Games Area MUGA must comply with BS EN15312 for ball court construction. Fencing surrounding the MUGA must comprise of posts made from 95mm Box Section minimum, with a wall thickness of 6 mm minimum and pre-galvanized with a minimum lifespan of 10 years. Mesh must be galvanized and secured to the posts with anti-vibration fixings. All wooden structures shall be constructed from tanalised timber. Variety of surfaces present within the playgrounds including Tarmac, Rubberised EPDM (Wet Pour) and Synthetic Play Surfacing Providers to this Lot must be capable of installing and repairing each type of Surfacing stated. All Providers must be capable of determining the Critical Fall Height (CFH) requirement for any new surfaces being laid and install those surfaces to comply with this requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007093-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SEFTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 3NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Derby |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | TLD73 Sefton |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment
- 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas
- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds
- 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work
- 45341000 - Erection of railings
- 50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2024 at 16:42 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007093-2024
- 12 Feb 2024 at 09:52 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004563-2024
- 9 Feb 2024 at 12:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004413-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.procontract.due-north.com
- http://www.sefton.gov.uk/
- https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=1736da7e-70c6-ee11-8127-005056b64545

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