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title: "High Ropes Repair at Carlton Adventure"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0683b0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-16"
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# High Ropes Repair at Carlton Adventure

Buyer: HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0683b0

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## Summary

Hartlepool Borough Council has awarded a contract for the repair of high ropes at Carlton Adventure, located in the UKC region of North East England. The procurement process reached the award stage on 15th April 2026, with the contract being signed shortly thereafter. The project concerns the replacement of a defective structural pole to ensure safety and operational integrity at the adventure site. Classified within the outdoor sports equipment industry category, this procurement was conducted directly without competition, given its urgent nature and the specific expertise required. The repair work is poised to begin on 20th April 2026 and conclude by 19th May 2026, with an overall contract value of £17,160.

This contract offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in technical outdoor solutions, particularly those experienced in high ropes systems. Technical Outdoor Solutions Limited has been chosen to execute these repairs due to their familiarity with Carlton Adventure's infrastructure, indicating an advantageous position for SMEs possessing niche expertise in specialised outdoor installations. Such contracts can bolster business profiles and industry reputation, paving the way for future projects in safety-critical recreational infrastructure. High-value contracts like these underscore the importance of trust and reliability in supplier relationships.

## Notice

These works relate to the replacement of a defective structural pole identified during a recent safety inspection at Carlton Adventures High Ropes Course. The supplier selected (Technical Outdoor Solutions) to carry out these works designed and rewired the course in 2016/2017 and retain knowledge of the original design, engineering tolerances and integrated safety systems. The replacement must align precisely with the existing structure to maintain certification and safe operation. Technical Outdoor Solutions are the only provider in the North East with the required expertise and familiarity with this installation. The repair is a matter of urgency to mitigate safety, operational risk and existing business and bookings and the use of the original supplier enables swift action and minimal disruption.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034487-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2026 - 19 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,300 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | HARTLEPOOL |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS24 8AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |
| Local authority | Hartlepool |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Hartlepool |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TECHNICAL OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 08:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034487-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034487-2026
  16th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.technicaloutdoorsolutions.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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