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title: "Sunningwell Parish Council Playground Refurbishment"
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# Sunningwell Parish Council Playground Refurbishment

Buyer: SUNNINGWELL PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f7e7

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## Summary

Sunningwell Parish Council has initiated a public procurement process for the refurbishment of a children's playground, located in Sunningwell, Abingdon, United Kingdom. The project involves replacing existing playground equipment, constructing new foundations, and installing suitable surfacing for children up to 12 years old. The procurement is at the tender stage with an open competition method, inviting experienced play area installers. Tenders must be submitted by 9th March 2026. The anticipated construction start date is September 2026, with completion by October 2026. Enquiries are open until 26th January 2026. This contract is part of the main procurement category 'works', with a contract value of £110,000 excluding VAT.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in playground installations, particularly those registered with the Association of Play Industries (API). It presents a chance for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant accreditations to expand their portfolio and showcase their expertise in play equipment construction. The detailed scoring system for proposals, including play value and design rationale, ensures that suppliers with innovative designs and robust solutions could stand out. This process not only enables growth for specialist businesses but also contributes to community development by providing a safe and enjoyable community play area for children.

## Notice

Sunningwell Parish Council is proposing to replace its playground equipment with the installation of new equipment, foundation and appropriate surfacing for younger children. The play area is intended to be used by children with ages ranging from toddler to 12 years old. Experienced play area installers are invited to tender for the contract. It is anticipated that construction work will be carried out in September 2026 with the playground ready for use in October 2026 at the latest. An earlier construction programme can be agreed with the Council if preferred by the contractor. It is anticipated that construction work will be carried out in September 2026 with the playground ready for use in October 2026 at the latest. An earlier construction programme can be agreed with the Council if preferred by the contractor. Please refer to the 'site information' section of this tender for the background information to the site. A map of the location is attached on page 14. The children's play area is located in a fenced off section within the cricket field. All prices are to be net, excluding VAT. Companies must be registered with the API (Association of Play Industries) to tender for this contract. Please supply a copy of current certificate for accreditation for the above membership plus details of any other relevant accreditations. A timescale for commencing this project will be agreed between the Council and the chosen Contractor. Tenders are required to submit a fixed price lump sum tender by 9th March 2026 by 17:30 to: The Parish Clerk Sunningwell Parish Council Sunningwell Village Hall Sunningwell Abingdon OX13 6RD Alternatively tenders can be submitted by email to clerk@sunningwell-pc.gov.uk by the same date.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085193-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 1 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | £110,000 |
| 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 | SUNNINGWELL PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABINGDO |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX13 6RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Botley & Sunningwell |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 37535100 - Swings
- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 37535210 - Playground swings
- 37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus
- 37535240 - Playground slides
- 37535260 - Playground tunnels
- 37535290 - Wall and rope climbing equipment
- 37535291 - Wall climbing equipment
- 37535292 - Rope climbing equipment
- 45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2025 at 09:21 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085193-2025
- 17 Dec 2025 at 13:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083856-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085193-2025
  20th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083856-2025
  17th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-9315
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-9453

## Notice URLs

- https://sunningwell-pc.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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