---
title: "Willow Park Inclusive Play Area"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056973"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056973.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OADBY & WIGSTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-12"
---

# Willow Park Inclusive Play Area

Buyer: OADBY & WIGSTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056973

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## Summary

Oadby & Wigston Borough Council has successfully awarded a contract for the design, supply, and installation of an inclusive play area at Willow Park in Wigston. This procurement process encompassed various stages, with the award finalized on 12th September 2025. The project, which falls under the public authority's responsibility, is classified in the works category, comprising playground equipment and landscaping services. The procurement was conducted via an open competition method and marked as complete. The contract, valued at £75,000, was awarded to Sutcliffe Play Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME) based in Pontefract. Key dates included the contract period start on 1st December 2025 and completion by 31st March 2026. The vision for the project focused on inclusivity, offering a play space accommodating children with special needs and mobility issues.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in playground design and equipment supply, particularly those that focus on inclusivity and innovation within public spaces. Companies that manufacture or supply bespoke play equipment, especially those targeting inclusivity and diverse play experiences, would find this type of tender appealing. SMEs with experience in fulfilling complex and creative public park projects may gain a competitive advantage through detailed case studies and proven project success in offering engaging and accessible play solutions. This contract not only enables growth and expansion for those involved but also enhances their portfolio by contributing to community-focused projects.

## Notice

Design supply and installation of inclusive play area at Willow Park, Wigston Value PS65k

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056355-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award 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 | 12 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,000 |
| Lots value | £65,000 |
| Awards value | £75,000 |
| 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 | OADBY & WIGSTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | OADBY |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE2 5JJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Oadby and Wigston |
| Electoral ward | Oadby Brocks Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Harborough, Oadby and Wigston |
| 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 | SUTCLIFFE PLAY |

## 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

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment
- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

## Release History

- 12 Sep 2025 at 15:49 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056355-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 08:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044554-2025
- 30 Jul 2025 at 15:11 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044430-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056355-2025
  12th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044554-2025
  31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044430-2025
  30th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3608
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3616
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3617

## Notice URLs

- http://www.oadby-wigston.gov.uk
- http://www.sutcliffeplay.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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