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title: "Craghead Play Space Refurbishment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0681fa"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-14"
---

# Craghead Play Space Refurbishment

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0681fa

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Durham County Council involves the refurbishment of Craghead Play Space, which falls under the construction work category. The contract, valued at £50,000, has reached the award stage with Wicksteed Leisure Limited as the successful supplier. The location for delivery is within the UKC region. This process utilised a limited procurement method without prior publication, adhering to the specific legal basis. The contract was signed on 5 March 2026, marking the completion of the purchasing process.

This tender presents appealing opportunities for companies in the construction and playground equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in design and installation services for refurbishment projects. With a strong emphasis on quality, as seen in the 90% quality criteria, businesses that excel in delivering high-standard and innovative solutions would be well-poised to compete for such opportunities. Additionally, the framework accommodates participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), highlighting the council’s commitment to fostering local business growth and development within the region.

## Notice

Design, Supply and Installation of Craghead Play Space Refurbishment

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Craghead Play Space Refurbishment Craghead Play Space Refurbishment Utilising DCC Play Space Refurbishment Framework Option A - Design, Supply and Installation of Play Space Refurbishment DN 740757

### Procurement Information

Further competition under the PCR 2015 for Craghead Play Space Refurbishment Utilising DCC Play Space Refurbishment Framework Option A - Design, Supply and Installation of Play Space Refurbishment DN 740757

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033761-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £50,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WICKSTEED LEISURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2026 at 12:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033761-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

## Provenance

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