---
title: "Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05523c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CRANBROOK TOWN COUNCIL"
published: "2025-10-02"
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# Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area

Buyer: CRANBROOK TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05523c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area" was conducted by Cranbrook Town Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Cranbrook, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the construction industry category, specifically focusing on construction structures and associated works. The procurement followed an open competition method, designated as below threshold, and was in the tender stage as of June 2025. The contract was awarded on 22nd September 2025 to WICKSTEED LEISURE LIMITED, with a contract period commencing on 3rd November 2025 and ending on 31st January 2026. The total contract value is £156,000 net of VAT, with the contractor responsible for delivering goods and works related to the play area's refurbishment in Cranbrook, UKK43 region.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in construction works, particularly those focusing on playground and play area refurbishments. Businesses capable of supplying durable equipment made from recycled plastic or non-rusting metal, alongside expertise in safety surfacing compliant with British and European Standards, would be well-suited to compete. The requirement for innovative, themed designs and compliance with health, safety, and construction regulations offers a platform for contractors with robust project management and creative design capabilities. The open procurement method enhances accessibility for diverse suppliers, promoting business growth in the regional construction sector.

## Notice

Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works at the St Martin's Play Area in Cranbrook

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061572-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | £160,000 |
| Awards value | £156,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CRANBROOK TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | CRANBROOK |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX5 7DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | East Devon |
| Electoral ward | Cranbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2025 at 09:21 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061572-2025
- 24 Jul 2025 at 07:41 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042561-2025
- 14 Jul 2025 at 13:54 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039680-2025
- 24 Jun 2025 at 08:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034589-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061572-2025
  2nd October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042561-2025
  24th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039680-2025
  14th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034589-2025
  24th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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