---
title: "Playing Field Improvement Works at Ashfield Park and Southlands Recreation Ground, Standish, Wigan"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06112a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WIGAN COUNCIL"
published: "2026-08-05"
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# Playing Field Improvement Works at Ashfield Park and Southlands Recreation Ground, Standish, Wigan

Buyer: WIGAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06112a

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## Summary

In a completed procurement process for public works, Wigan Council awarded Talbot Farm Landscapes Ltd a contract for "Playing Field Improvement Works at Ashfield Park and Southlands Recreation Ground, Standish, Wigan." The procurement, completed under an open competition method, involved works related to sports fields and landscaping, with the contract encompassing ground-drainage, horticultural services, and surface works. The contract commenced on 8th June 2026 and is set to conclude on 8th June 2027, with an overall contract value of £193,055.80 (net) / £231,666.96 (gross). The legal basis for this procurement is provided by the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses in the landscaping, sports field maintenance, and horticulture industries, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive field improvement and maintenance services. SMEs like Talbot Farm Landscapes Ltd, which are experienced in adhering to public sector standards and open procurement methods, are well-suited for similar opportunities. The procurement process emphasizes both price and quality/social value, offering avenues for businesses focusing on excellence and competitive pricing to secure future public contracts.

## Notice

The contract is for the provision of Playing Field Improvement Works at Ashfield Park and Southlands Recreation Ground, Standish, Wigan.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074135-2026 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 8 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000 |
| Lots value | £170,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £193,055 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WIGAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIGAN |
| Post town | Wigan |
| Postcode | WN1 1YN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Wigan |
| Electoral ward | Wigan Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wigan |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TALBOT FARM LANDSCAPES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 45111240 - Ground-drainage work
- 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas
- 45233200 - Various surface works
- 77300000 - Horticultural services
- 77320000 - Sports fields maintenance services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 11:15 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074135-2026
- 28 Jan 2026 at 15:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007706-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074135-2026
  5th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007706-2026
  28th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wigan.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk

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