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title: "Phase 3 Playground Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067de4"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-08"
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# Phase 3 Playground Works

Buyer: NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067de4

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## Summary

This procurement process is initiated by Newcastle City Council for the "Phase 3 Playground Works" project, situated in the UKC22 region of the United Kingdom. The industry category is focused on recreation installations, and the procurement stage is currently at the tender stage. The tender involves the refurbishment of four play areas at Tyne Riverside Country Park, Elswick Park, Blakelaw Park, and City Stadium, aiming to enhance these sites to be accessible and inclusive. Interested parties should note the deadline for tender submission is 20th May 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 13th May 2026. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, with a gross budget of GBP 1,080,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering, construction, and inclusive play space design. Given the emphasis on quality and price within the award criteria, businesses with a strong portfolio in delivering high-quality works at competitive prices could find this tender attractive. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable to participate, facilitating potential growth through public sector engagement. Companies experienced in developing inclusive facilities with robust design and build capabilities will be well-suited to compete for this contract, ultimately enhancing their business presence in the public procurement market.

## Notice

The Newcastle City Council Phase 3 Play Schemes - Enhanced, Inclusive & Accessible Sites project involves the Design & Build refurbishment of 4 existing play areas at the following locations: * Tyne Riverside Country Park * Elswick Park * Blakelaw Park * City Stadium It is intended that the above play areas are substantially improved to become 'Enhanced, Accessible and Inclusive' facilities as identified in the Newcastle Accessible and Inclusive Play Area Plan (2025). The works will be advertised on the OPEN portal on behalf of Newcastle City Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031901-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | £900,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC22 Tyneside |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212140 - Recreation installation

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2026 at 11:32 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031901-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031901-2026
  8th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.open-uk.org

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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