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title: "Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area, Cranbrook (East Devon)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e85f"
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# Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works, St Martin's Play Area, Cranbrook (East Devon)

Buyer: CRANBROOK TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e85f

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## Summary

Cranbrook Town Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring a contract for the "Design and Build of Replacement Play Equipment and Additional Works" at St Martin's Play Area, located in Cranbrook, East Devon. This project, under the industry category of construction work, requires the design and installation of new play equipment, as some existing structures have become unsafe. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 25 January 2026, while any enquiries must be made by 20 January 2026. The procurement is being conducted through an open competition method, suitable for projects below the procurement threshold. The contract is set to start on 1 April 2026 and end on 30 June 2026, with a total project budget of £192,000 including VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and materials supply sectors, particularly those specialising in playground equipment and installation. Companies with experience in creating engaging and visually appealing play areas will find this project aligns well with their expertise. Opportunities exist for small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises, reflecting Cranbrook Town Council's inclusive supplier approach. The Council aims to appoint a supplier who will deliver a flagship play area that creates a substantial impact on local residents and visitors, enhancing their experience and encouraging community engagement.

## Notice

Cranbrook Town Council owns and is responsible for the management and maintenance of the St Martin's play area in Cranbrook. The play area includes a neighbourhood as well as a local equipped area of play (NEAP and LEAP) and was originally installed in 2014. Sadly, some of the timber play equipment has reached the end of its life already and the Council has concerns regarding the original preparation of the underlying ground and the original installation of the safety surfacing which displays evidence of erosion below the surfacing. The St Martin's play area currently has the highest footfall among the Town Council's play areas and is attractive to families who attend the adjacent primary school, among other users. The Council's vision very much is to create a flagship play area which creates a "wow effect" for local residents and visitors. The Council is looking to appoint a preferred supplier for the goods and works as set out in the invitation to tender document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076876-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | TLK43 Devon CC |

## 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

- 25 Nov 2025 at 13:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076876-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076876-2025
  25th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-8359
  Invitation to Tender Document
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-8361
  Tender Submission Form

## Notice URLs

- https://www.cranbrooktowncouncil.gov.uk
- https://www.cranbrooktowncouncil.gov.uk/contact/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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