--- title: "Stowmarket Recreation Ground Play Area Development" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "STOWMARKET TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-27" --- # Stowmarket Recreation Ground Play Area Development Buyer: STOWMARKET TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fcfd.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the Stowmarket Recreation Ground Play Area Development was organised by Stowmarket Town Council, located in the United Kingdom. This initiative focused on developing a new 40m x 40m play area to include the design, supply, and installation of playground equipment enclosed by secure metal fencing. The contract was awarded through an open procedure, with the procurement stage completed, and the project was valued at £370,000. The contract was signed on 5th January 2026, with the work scheduled to conclude on 3rd April 2026. The project, part of the construction-related services under the works category, provides an opportunity which had key dates, such as the tender submission deadline on 23rd May 2025, for interested companies to compete for involvement in the project. This tender created significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and playground equipment sectors, offering a substantial contract value. Specifically, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would greatly benefit from such projects, especially those specialising in inclusive play solutions and safety surfacing, aligned with British safety standards. The open procurement method allowed for transparent competition and the potential for SMEs to expand their portfolios by showcasing innovative, environmentally sustainable designs that include comprehensive play opportunities for children of all abilities. Businesses experienced in providing sustainable construction solutions with a proven track record in similar community projects would be well suited to compete in tenders like this, enabling them to demonstrate value-added services that align with community and environmental objectives. ## Notice The design, supply, and installation of a new 40m x 40m play area at Stowmarket Recreation Ground. The play area will be enclosed by secure metal fencing, square in shape but with graded, sweeping rounded corners ### Planning Information Engagement visits w/c 07/04/25 Site Visits with Procurement Contact: 23rd, 24th & 25th April 2025 Tender Submission Deadline 12:00 hours on 12th May 2025 For further details, please contact: Karl Daniels, Head of Community Services Email: karld@stowmarket.org Or contact Stowmarket Town Council on: Telephone: 01449 612060 Email: info@stowmarket.org ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049745-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 23 May 2025 | | Future notice date | 7 Apr 2025 | | Award date | 19 Jun 2025 | | Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 3 Apr 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £370,000 | | Lots value | £370,000 | | Awards value | £370,000 | | Contracts value | £370,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | STOWMARKET TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | STOWMARKET | | Post town | Ipswich | | Postcode | IP14 1EZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH61 Babergh and Mid Suffolk | | Local authority | Mid Suffolk | | Electoral ward | St Peter's | | Westminster constituency | Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | PROLUDIC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 37535100 - Swings - 37535200 - Playground equipment - 37535210 - Playground swings - 37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus - 37535230 - Playground merry go rounds - 37535240 - Playground slides - 37535250 - Playground see saws - 37535292 - Rope climbing equipment - 45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work - 45236100 - Flatwork for miscellaneous sports installations - 45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area - 71500000 - Construction-related services ## Release History - 27 May 2026 at 13:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049745-2026 - 13 Nov 2025 at 16:57 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073722-2025 - 8 Apr 2025 at 13:14 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013674-2025 - 3 Apr 2025 at 15:41 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012930-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049745-2026 27th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073722-2025 13th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013674-2025 8th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012930-2025 3rd April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-534 Tender Document and form of Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-535 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16858 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16861 ## Notice URLs - http://www.proludic.co.uk - http://www.stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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