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title: "Invitation to Tender for Design & Build of Indoor Padel Courts at South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06752e"
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buyer: "SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# Invitation to Tender for Design & Build of Indoor Padel Courts at South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre

Buyer: SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06752e

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## Summary

South Ribble Borough Council has initiated a public procurement process seeking tenders for the design and construction of three indoor padel courts at the South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. This project, currently in the tender stage, aligns with the Council's goal to expand its racquet sports offerings and improve community access to modern sports facilities. The procurement falls under the construction work for sports facilities category, and the bidding is structured as an open competition below the threshold, allowing companies to submit their proposals electronically. Key dates to note include the deadline for the submission of tenders on 25th June 2026 and the end of the enquiry period on 18th June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in sports facility construction, as well as suppliers of court sports equipment, to expand their market presence and grow their business. Given the criteria, businesses focusing on quality, social value, and competitive pricing have substantial ground to succeed. The procurement process is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), encouraging their participation in the sector. Successful bidders will not only contribute to enhancing community sports infrastructure but also benefit from exposure and partnership with a reputable public authority, fostering long-term growth and development in the industry.

## Notice

South Ribble Borough Council is seeking tenders for the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of three new indoor padel courts to be created within the existing indoor tennis hall at South Ribble Tennis & Fitness Centre, Cuerden Way, Bamber Bridge, Lancashire PR5 6BJ. This project supports the organisation's strategic aim to expand its racquet sport offer, increase participation, and enhance community access to high quality, modern sports facilities.

### Planning Information

South Ribble Borough Council is seeking responses to the questions included in the Pre-Market Engagement document. The current intention for the full procurement process is to tender for the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of three new indoor Padel courts, with the response(s) to this exercise helping to finalise the Specification & other aspects of the tender documents.
Information on this exercise can be found at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050316-2026 |
| 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Aug 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEYLAND |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR25 1DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | South Ribble |
| Electoral ward | Broadfield |
| Westminster constituency | South Ribble |
| Delivery location | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 12:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050316-2026
- 26 Mar 2026 at 13:40 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027946-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050316-2026
  28th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027946-2026
  26th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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