--- title: "Play Parks Refurbishments" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "TAUNTON TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-03" --- # Play Parks Refurbishments Buyer: TAUNTON TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0512bd.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the refurbishment of 12 play parks in the Taunton Area is being handled by Taunton Town Council. This specific contract, titled "Play Parks Refurbishments," falls under the goods category, with a primary focus on park and playground equipment. The process has reached the Award stage as of 3rd June 2026. The open procurement method was utilised, leading to an awarded contract to KOMPAN LIMITED. The contract started on 31st May 2026 and is set to end on 1st April 2030, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The entire contract value is set at £1,200,000, payable in GBP. The primary location for this procurement is Taunton, UK, specifically the region identified as UKK23. This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies involved in designing, supplying, and maintaining playground and park equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as large firms with experience in public sector contracts and capabilities in outdoor recreational equipment, would be well-suited to compete in such tenders. With a focus on compliance with the Equalities Act 2010 and designing inclusive and accessible play areas, businesses that demonstrate innovation and sustainable practices in their designs would have a competitive edge. The continued emphasis on community engagement and public consultations during the design process also opens doors for companies that excel in incorporating feedback into their projects, thereby enhancing their reputation and potential for winning future public contracts. ## Notice Contract for the refurbishment of 12 play parks in the Taunton Area ### Planning Information For further information please contact: procurement@taunton-tc.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052362-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | 30 Jun 2025 | | Award date | 8 Oct 2025 | | Contract period | 30 May 2026 - 1 Apr 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,200,000 | | Lots value | £1,200,000 | | Awards value | £1,200,000 | | Contracts value | £1,200,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TAUNTON TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | TAUNTON | | Post town | Taunton | | Postcode | TA1 9QQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset | | Local authority | Somerset | | Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West | | Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington | | Delivery location | TLK23 Somerset CC | ## 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 - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment ### Codes - 37535200 - Playground equipment - 43325000 - Park and playground equipment ## Release History - 3 Jun 2026 at 12:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052362-2026 - 10 Dec 2025 at 13:24 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081499-2025 - 11 Aug 2025 at 09:29 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047541-2025 - 31 Jul 2025 at 13:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044768-2025 - 15 Jul 2025 at 11:47 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039942-2025 - 14 May 2025 at 09:24 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021117-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052362-2026 3rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081499-2025 10th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047541-2025 11th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044768-2025 31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039942-2025 15th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021117-2025 14th May 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3043 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3044 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3059 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4169 Clarification Document ## Notice URLs - http://www.kompan.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.taunton-tc.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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