--- title: "Children's Playground Revamp Project" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065c36" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065c36" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065c36.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065c36.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THURCROFT PARISH COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-04" --- # Children's Playground Revamp Project Buyer: THURCROFT PARISH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065c36 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065c36) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065c36.json) ## Summary Thurcroft Parish Council is seeking bids for the "Children's Playground Revamp Project," an initiative focused on the design, supply, and installation of a revamped playground at Gordon Bennett Memorial Hall, Thurcroft, Rotherham, S66 9DD, United Kingdom. The playground aims to create a safe, inclusive play environment with distinct zones for different age groups, addressing current inadequacies such as insufficient separation between younger and older children and relocating a teenage hut for improved enjoyment and safety. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions open until 27th April 2026. The contract work is scheduled to start on 1st September 2026, ending by 23rd October 2026. This project is categorised under works with an estimated total bid value of £180,000 (gross), conducted through an open competition below threshold procurement method. This tender offers significant business growth potential for companies specialising in playground design and construction, especially those with experience in community-focused projects. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions to improve play safety, accessibility, and community integration will find this project advantageous. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, indicating the project’s suitability for diverse business sizes capable of delivering durable, low-maintenance solutions. Companies should demonstrate relevant expertise, propose distinct designs, and meet the council's detailed selection criteria. Submission of bids requires essential documentation of experience, design concepts, and compliance with health and safety standards, ensuring robust procurement competitiveness and varied growth opportunities for participating firms. ## Notice Thurcroft Parish Council invites suitably qualified and experienced playground design and installation companies to submit a tender for the design, supply, and installation of a revitalised children's playground at: Location: Gordon Bennett Memorial Hall, Green Arbour Rd, Thurcroft, Rotherham, S66 9DD. The Council wishes to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging play environment with clearly defined areas for younger and older children, and to relocate an existing teenage hut to a more appropriate area of the site or nearby land. The current playground no longer adequately meets the needs of all age groups. In particular: * There is insufficient separation between younger children and older users * Existing equipment lacks progression and challenge * The current location of the teenage hut impacts the enjoyment and safety of younger children The Parish Council seeks innovative proposals that address these issues while remaining sympathetic to the surrounding community. ________________________________________ Project Objectives Tenderers should demonstrate how their proposals will: * Provide distinct play zones for: o Younger children (approx. ages 2-6) o Older children (approx. ages 7-12+) * Improve safety, supervision, and accessibility * Encourage active, imaginative, and social play * Reduce conflict between different age groups * Relocate the existing teenage hut to a more suitable location (specified by the council) * Deliver a durable, low-maintenance solution ________________________________________ Scope of Works The scope includes, but is not limited to: 5.1 Design * A full playground layout plan * Clear zoning for younger and older children * Consideration of natural or physical separation (e.g. planting, fencing, surfacing, pathways) * Integration of the relocated teenage hut into an appropriate area 5.2 Equipment & Installation * Supply and installation of age-appropriate play equipment * Removal and relocation of the teenage hut to include any necessary groundwork, bases, or minor modifications * Groundworks and surfacing * Compliance with all relevant safety standards (e.g. EN 1176 / 1177) ________________________________________ Design Requirements Younger Children's Area (Indicative) * Low-level equipment suitable for early years * Inclusive and sensory play elements * Safer surfacing * Good visibility for parents and carers Older Children's Area (Indicative) * More challenging and adventurous equipment * Opportunities for physical activity and social interaction * Equipment that discourages misuse of younger play areas ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: We may consider a short extension if the chosen contractor cannot complete the works in September, mid October ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019400-2026 | | 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 | 4 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 27 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | Lots value | £150,000 | | 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 | THURCROFT PARISH COUNCIL | | Locality | ROTHERHAM | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S66 9DD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham | | Local authority | Rotherham | | Electoral ward | Thurcroft & Wickersley South | | Westminster constituency | Rother Valley | | Delivery location | TLE31 Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area ## Release History - 4 Mar 2026 at 11:57 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019400-2026 - 25 Feb 2026 at 14:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016961-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019400-2026 4th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016961-2026 25th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-12604 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-12859 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.thurcroftparishcouncil.gov.uk/HOME_42782.aspx - https://www.thurcroftparishcouncil.gov.uk/HOME_42782.aspxPleasenotewewillnotacceptsubmissionsviathiswebsite.Submissionswillbeacceptedbyemailonlytoclerk@thurcroftparishcouncil.gov.uk.Pleasetitleemail'PLAYGROUNDTENDER'. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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