---
title: "Abram Park Play Area Refurbishment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051822"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WIGAN COUNCIL"
published: "2025-08-27"
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# Abram Park Play Area Refurbishment

Buyer: WIGAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051822

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## Summary

Wigan Council has completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of the Abram Park Play Area in Wigan, United Kingdom. This process fell under the 'works' category and involved an open competition procurement method, specifically below the threshold. The contract was awarded to WICKSTEED LEISURE LIMITED, with the refurbishment project valued at £70,000, plus VAT. The project scope includes the design, supply, and installation of a new play area and all associated groundworks at Abram Park. The contract was signed on 18 August 2025, and the work is set to begin on 1 September 2025, with completion expected by 30 November 2025.

This opportunity provides significant business growth potential for companies specialising in playground installations, landscaping, and outdoor construction projects. The procurement was targeted especially towards small and medium-sized enterprises. Businesses with expertise in designing and constructing safe, engaging play environments, particularly those experienced with sustainable and durable materials, would find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities. Furthermore, the consideration of quality and social value in the award criteria underscores a favourable environment for businesses that prioritise community benefit and exceptional craftsmanship in their offerings.

## Notice

Wigan Council is seeking proposals for the design, supply, and installation of a new play area at Abram Park, Abram. The project budget is PS70,000 (excluding VAT), covering all aspects of decommissioning the existing play area and constructing a new provision adjacent to the toddler play area, including all associated groundworks, safety surfacing, and landscaping as required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051460-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | £70,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £70,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WIGAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIGAN |
| Post town | Wigan |
| Postcode | WN1 1YN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Wigan |
| Electoral ward | Wigan Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wigan |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WICKSTEED LEISURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2025 at 08:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051460-2025
- 20 May 2025 at 09:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023034-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051460-2025
  27th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023034-2025
  20th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=3072482d-9031-f011-8136-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21
  Link to the advert on The Chest procurement portal; bidders will need to login and 'register an interest' in the opportunity in order to view the tender documents and submit a bid.

## Notice URLs

- http://wicksteed.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk
- https://www.wigan.gov.uk

## Provenance

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