--- title: "Rivermead Refurbishment Project" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BENSON PARISH COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-04" --- # Rivermead Refurbishment Project Buyer: BENSON PARISH COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0646c9.json) ## Summary Benson Parish Council is in the planning stage for the Rivermead Refurbishment Project, a procurement initiative focused on enhancing a key local area in Wallingford, UK. The procurement process has been initiated with a preliminary market engagement notice published on 4th February 2026, and interested parties are encouraged to engage by the due date of 28th February 2026. This project falls under the works category, specifically targeting landscaping work for parks, construction work for swimming pools, and grounds maintenance services. The total project value is estimated at £300,000 gross, with a specific tender budget of £250,000. The refurbishment aims to improve accessibility and facilities, including the replacement of a paddling pool and enhancements to the surrounding landscape, with work scheduled to begin in August 2026 and complete by October 2026. This tender provides a notable opportunity for businesses in the construction and landscaping sectors, particularly those with experience in developing public spaces. The project is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its tailored specifications and the opportunities it presents for showcasing expertise in modern aquatic play facilities and integrated landscaping solutions. Companies specialising in sustainable landscape design, public art integration, and community-focused infrastructure development will find this tender aligns with their service offerings, aiding business growth through a high-profile local government project. ## Notice The Parish Council has allocated funding to refurbish and improve the landscape of the site in order to enhance the experience of people using it, including the renewal of the paddling pool (which is the focal point of the site) with a similar facility offering modern, additional aquatic play facilities. It is envisaged that the newly refurbished area will cater for the needs of all existing users but also offer a more open and accessible facility with better integration into its surroundings. Key elements of the improvements will include new stepped and ramped access to the site in the north-east corner from the A4074; replacement of the paddling pool facility; refurbishment or replacement of the canoe/kayak storage shed; refurbishment of the gated vehicle access from Preston Crowmarsh; refurbishment of the existing slipway into the river; re-modelling of the soft landscape, treescape and footpaths to incorporate new seating, open shelters and (perhaps) a small element of public art; refurbishment of the riverbank to integrate public fishing points and open views over the river. The Parish Council is looking to engage with potential suppliers / contractors with relevant experience to develop more detailed options for the project and establish outline budgets prior to community consultation on a final scheme proposal. ### Planning Information A project brief is available from the Parish Council ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009920-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 28 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BENSON PARISH COUNCIL | | Locality | WALLINGFORD | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX10 6LZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | South Oxfordshire | | Electoral ward | Benson & Crowmarsh | | Westminster constituency | Henley and Thame | | 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 - 45 - Construction work - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 45112711 - Landscaping work for parks - 45212212 - Construction work for swimming pool - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services ## Release History - 4 Feb 2026 at 12:06 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009920-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009920-2026 4th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.bensonpc.org.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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