--- title: "Maintenance of our Play Spaces" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TEWKESBURY BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-15" --- # Maintenance of our Play Spaces Buyer: TEWKESBURY BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9.json) ## Summary Tewkesbury Borough Council is seeking tenders via an open competition to establish a Framework Agreement for the maintenance of public play spaces throughout Tewkesbury. This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance of playground equipment, with a total estimated value of £90,000. The procurement will appoint between one and three contractors, with maintenance tasks allocated rotationally. The framework is set to commence on 8 June 2026 for a three-year term, with the possibility of a two-year extension. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 20 May 2026. The procurement process includes a rigorous inspection and risk assessment regime to ensure public safety aligned with statutory health and safety regulations. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in playground equipment maintenance and repair services, allowing them to bid for contracts that span various sites within Gloucestershire. Companies with expertise in sourcing manufacturer-approved parts and carrying out timely repairs would be well-positioned to compete in this process. The appointment of multiple contractors suggests a diverse set of needs, accommodating businesses of different sizes and capabilities. Furthermore, the option to extend the contract offers longer-term engagements, which could foster business growth and stability for successful bidders. ## Notice Tewkesbury Borough Council invites tenders to establish a Framework Agreement for the maintenance of public play spaces across the Borough of Tewkesbury. The Framework will cover up to 41 play spaces, including play areas, outdoor gyms, multi-use games areas, skate parks, and artificial pitch areas that are owned by the Council, leased, or maintained on behalf of Parish Councils. These sites are permanently open to the public and are primarily located within Gloucestershire. The scope of services includes regular and reactive maintenance works as instructed by the Council, with the ability to source manufacturer-approved parts and carry out timely repairs or replacements. The list of sites included within the Framework is indicative and subject to change. The Framework will appoint between one and three Contractors, ranked following tender evaluation, with works allocated on a rotational basis where multiple Contractors are appointed. Maintenance instructions will be driven by the Council's inspection and risk-assessment regime, with works prioritised from High Immediate (unacceptable) risks requiring same-day action through to Very Low risk items. The objective of the procurement is to ensure public safety and compliance with statutory obligations, including health and safety and occupiers' liability legislation. The Framework will commence on 8 June 2026 for an initial term of three years, with an option to extend for up to two additional years subject to the Council's discretion and a CPI-based price adjustment. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: there is an option to extend for a further two years, subject to the Employer's decision and a CPI-based uplift on costs. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034187-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 7 Jun 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £90,000 | | Lots value | £90,000 | | 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 | TEWKESBURY BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | TEWKESBURY | | Post town | Gloucester | | Postcode | GL20 5TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC | | Local authority | Tewkesbury | | Electoral ward | Tewkesbury South | | Westminster constituency | Tewkesbury | | Delivery location | TLK13 Gloucestershire CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment ## Release History - 15 Apr 2026 at 12:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034187-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034187-2026 15th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/tewkesbury/aspx/Home Tender documents are available through the Council's e-procurement portal. Bidders are required to register on the portal to access the full tender documentation. ## Notice URLs - https://tewkesbury.gov.uk/about-the-council/selling-to-the-council/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0682f9.json.