---
title: "Main 3G pitch and shock pad replacement at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ea35"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea35.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-14"
---

# Main 3G pitch and shock pad replacement at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre

Buyer: BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ea35

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## Summary

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council has concluded a contract for the refurbishment of the main 3G pitch at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre, focusing on upgrading the synthetic carpet and shockpad system to meet FIFA Quality standards and enhance player safety. The procurement process, governed by Welsh devolved regulations, began with a tender stage inviting open competition, culminating in an award to Blakedown Sport and Play Ltd. This contract, classified under works related to sports facilities, was signed on 20th March 2026 and includes a refurbishment period ending on 30th April 2026. Positioned in Ebbw Vale, UKL16, this project is part of the council's initiative to extend the lifespan and performance of sports amenities.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in sports facility maintenance and refurbishment, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality surface restoration work. Enterprises that align with industry standards and cater to below-threshold open competitions are well-suited to engage in such projects. The involvement of large-scale suppliers like Blakedown Sport and Play Ltd. highlights the potential for similar businesses to expand their portfolio in public contracts, thus facilitating growth via infrastructure enhancement ventures. With opportunities for SMEs to partake, the tender encourages diverse competition, enabling companies to showcase their technical mastery and commercial efficacy.

## Notice

To confirm contract award for this project, which focuses on the full refurbishment of the main 3G pitch at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre, including the removal and replacement of the existing synthetic carpet and shockpad system. The purpose of this upgrade is to restore surface performance to FIFA Quality standards, improve player safety, and extend the lifespan of the facility.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033726-2026 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| Awards value | £244,633 |
| Contracts value | £244,633 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EBBW VALE |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP23 6DN |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL53 Gwent Valleys |
| Local authority | Blaenau Gwent |
| Electoral ward | Ebbw Vale South |
| Westminster constituency | Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney |
| Delivery location | TLL16 Gwent Valleys |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLAKEDOWN SPORT AND PLAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2026 at 11:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033726-2026
- 27 Jan 2026 at 12:06 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007052-2026
- 27 Nov 2025 at 14:09 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077710-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033726-2026
  14th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007052-2026
  27th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077710-2025
  27th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com
  Invitation to tender documentation comprising Tendering Instructions, Evaluation Criteria, Client Specification and Contract Terms and Conditions has been uploaded to the Council's E-tendering portal (ETenderWales)

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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