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title: "Tender for Play Area Works within the Borough of Ards and North Down"
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# Tender for Play Area Works within the Borough of Ards and North Down

Buyer: ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e0d8

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Ards and North Down Borough Council focuses on the provision of new, replacement, and maintenance of play areas within the Borough of Ards and North Down, located in Bangor, Northern Ireland. This contract is classified under the 'works' category with playground equipment, park and playground equipment, landscaping for playgrounds, complete or part construction and civil engineering work, and repair and maintenance services as key components. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, and currently sits at the award stage following its completion on 17 April 2026. The overarching contract period started on 17 April 2026 and is initially set for two years, with options for extension up to 2031. The consultation and submission deadlines were extended, indicating the Council's commitment to inclusive and thorough participation, with electronic submissions allowed in English. The gross contract value accounts to £6,120,000 encompassing two lots, 'Northern Area' and 'Southern Area', each estimated at £3,060,000 gross.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying playground and park equipment, landscaping services, and construction, especially those rooted in Northern Ireland. The procurement clearly favours SMEs, which indicates a dedication to fostering business growth within smaller enterprises. Companies capable of delivering innovative playground designs, high play value, and strong technical assessments are poised to benefit, with the emphasis placed on quality and social value in the decision-making criteria. Furthermore, there might be substantial additional work involving externally funded refurbishments or developments like skateparks and pump tracks, presenting vast avenues for companies specialising in such niches. Firms adhering to high-quality standards, performance criteria, and timely delivery schedules will be ideal candidates for renewal opportunities under this agreement.

## Notice

Tenders are sought by Ards and North Down Borough Council for the provision of new and replacement play areas, and play area maintenance within the Borough area.

### Lot Information

Northern Area

Provision of new and replacement play areas, and play area maintenance within the Northern Area (as defined in the tender documents) of the borough of Ards and North Down.

Options: As detailed in the tender documents, during the course of the contract, the successful contractors may be asked to carry out some externally funded play area refurbishments and/or new play area developments that fall under the scope of this contract. Council may use this contract to deliver specialist play provision outside of the skillset of traditional play equipment providers, for example (but not limited to) the provision of skateparks and pump tracks.

Renewal: The Council anticipates that the Contract will commence on 1 April 2026 initially for a two-year period, with the option to extend the contract for a further 3x 12-month periods, reviewed annually and subject to the successful provider meeting the required standards and performance requirements.

Southern Area

Provision of new and replacement play areas, and play area maintenance within the Southern Area (as defined in the tender documents) of the borough of Ards and North Down.

Options: As detailed in the tender documents, during the course of the contract, the successful contractors may be asked to carry out some externally funded play area refurbishments and/or new play area developments that fall under the scope of this contract. Council may use this contract to deliver specialist play provision outside of the skillset of traditional play equipment providers, for example (but not limited to) the provision of skateparks and pump tracks.

Renewal: The Council anticipates that the Contract will commence on 1 April 2026 initially for a two-year period, with the option to extend the contract for a further 3x 12-month periods, reviewed annually and subject to the successful provider meeting the required standards and performance requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035248-2026 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2030-11-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,100,000 |
| Lots value | £5,100,000 |
| Awards value | £5,100,000 |
| Contracts value | £5,100,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BANGOR |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT20 4BT |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN09 Ards and North Down |
| Local authority | Ards and North Down |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | North Down |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | GARDEN ESCAPES (IRELAND; PLAY AND LEISURE SERVICES |

## 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
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment
- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2026 at 13:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035248-2026
- 19 Mar 2026 at 12:08 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025125-2026
- 12 Dec 2025 at 13:41 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082495-2025
- 24 Nov 2025 at 11:06 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076365-2025
- 13 Nov 2025 at 16:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073707-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035248-2026
  17th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025125-2026
  19th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082495-2025
  12th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076365-2025
  24th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073707-2025
  13th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gardenescapesni.com
- http://www.playandleisureservices.co.uk
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/home.do
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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