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Wootton Parish Council - Provision and Installation of Two New Play Areas

Wootton Parish Council · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 25 Sept 2026, 14:43.

Opportunity overview

Wootton Parish Council is seeking suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the design, supply and installation of two new children's play areas within the Parish. The procurement comprises two lots: Lot 1 - removal of the existing playground and installation of a new playground at Wootton Recreation Ground, with an estimated value of £100,000 excluding VAT; and Lot 2 - supply and installation of a new playground at Simpson Manor Memorial Ground, with an estimated value of £60,000 excluding VAT. Tenderers may submit a tender for either one lot or both lots. The works include design, supply and installation of playground equipment and associated safety surfacing and, for Lot 1, removal and disposal of the existing playground equipment and associated materials and provision of perimeter fencing. The playgrounds must provide inclusive and accessible play opportunities and comply with all relevant standards, including BS EN 1176 and BS EN 1177. Further requirements are set out in the tender documentation.

Classification

  • CPV37535200 — Playground equipment
  • CPV45112723 — Landscaping work for playgrounds
  • CPV45236210 — Flatwork for children's play area

Lots

  • Recreation Ground Play Area£100k
  • Simpson Manor Memorial Ground Play Area£60k

Documents and notices

  • Tender notice on Find a TenderOpen source ↗
  • Tender specification and requirements for the design, supply and installation of two new playgrounds at Wootton Recreation Ground and Simpson Manor Memorial Ground. Includes site requirements, required features, tender submission requirements, evaluation criteria, contract requirements and proposed procurement timetable.Open source ↗
  • Site plan showing the locations of the existing play areas at Wootton Recreation Ground and Simpson Manor Memorial Ground. The plan is provided to assist tenderers in understanding the sites. At Simpson Manor Memorial Ground, the new playground will occupy only part of the area shown, with the precise footprint to be determined as part of the design process.Open source ↗
  • The technical requirements for the playgrounds are set out in the Wootton Parish Council Playground Tender Specification, including requirements relating to playground equipment, accessibility and inclusion, safety surfacing, materials, site-specific requirements and compliance with relevant British and European Standards, including BS EN 1176 and BS EN 1177.Open source ↗

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
WPC21082026
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Main Procurement Category
works
Above Threshold
No
How to submit
Written tenders are to be received by 12 noon on the Friday 2nd October 2026 Tenders are to be submitted in writing, with the design to be printed on A2 paper in a sealed envelope, marked "Playground Tender Submission - Wootton Parish Council" addressed to: Mrs A Reynolds Parish Clerk Wootton Parish Council Wootton Community & Sports Centre Curtlee Hill Wootton NN7 6ED Late submissions may not be considered. Prospective companies and businesses are prohibited from contacting councillors or staff to encourage or support their tender.

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
notAllowed

Tender Period

Ends
2 Oct 2026, 12:00

Enquiry period

Ends
18 Sept 2026, 12:00

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Recreation Ground Play Area
Description
Removal and disposal of the existing playground equipment and associated materials at Wootton Recreation Ground, followed by the design, supply and installation of a new children's playground. The works include the provision and installation of wetpour safety surfacing around the equipment and appropriate perimeter fencing with accessible entry points, potentially incorporating some existing fencing and seating. The playground must provide accessible and inclusive play opportunities for children aged 0-15 years and include, as a minimum, inclusive swings including at least two baby swings, double-width slide(s), a zipline capable of holding adult weight, a range of play opportunities for different ages and abilities, hardwood construction with metal shoes, a trampoline, communication panel, wetpour surfacing, appropriate perimeter fencing and seating. The layout must allow adequate access for routine grass cutting and maintenance using a small tractor mower. The estimated value of Lot 1 is £100,000 excluding VAT.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
120,000
Amount
100,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Play Value
Description
Assessment of the overall play value of the proposed design, including the range and quality of play opportunities, suitability for different ages and abilities, inclusivity, accessibility, and opportunities for physical, imaginative and social play.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
35
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Compliance with Specification
Description
Assessment of how well the proposed design and works meet the Council's stated requirements, including required equipment, materials, safety surfacing, accessibility, relevant standards and site-specific requirements.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
25
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Project Delivery
Description
Assessment of the proposed programme, lead times, communication arrangements and installation methodology, including the contractor's approach to delivering the works safely and efficiently.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Company Experience & Reference
Description
Assessment of relevant experience in delivering comparable playground projects and the quality and relevance of client references.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Warranty & Aftercare
Description
Assessment of warranties, maintenance arrangements, ROSPA inspections, availability of replacement parts and aftercare provision.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Description
Tenderers must demonstrate that they have the relevant experience, technical capability and resources to deliver the required playground design, supply and installation works. Tenderers must provide details of similar playground projects completed within the last five years and references from at least two comparable clients. Tenderers must hold appropriate public liability insurance and provide details of their health and safety arrangements. Tenderers must demonstrate their ability to comply with all relevant legislation, regulations and applicable British and European Standards, including BS EN 1176 and BS EN 1177.

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
21 Oct 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Mar 2032, 23:59
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Simpson Manor Memorial Ground Play Area
Description
Design, supply and installation of a new children's playground at Simpson Manor Memorial Ground. The works include the provision of appropriate safety surfacing in accordance with relevant standards and the design and installation of a layout that facilitates maintenance access between the equipment. The playground must provide accessible and inclusive play opportunities for children aged 0-15 years and include hardwood construction with galvanised or equivalent metal shoes, equipment suitable for a range of ages and abilities, and a themed communication panel. The design should be visually sensitive to the surrounding memorial setting, using natural tones, sympathetic design approaches and equipment that complements the peaceful character of the site. The Council requires a subtle military or "Army-style" theme within at least one significant feature of equipment and welcomes consideration of a horse-themed roundabout or similar equipment as a reference to the historic Turners Merry-go-round. Designs must remain tasteful, inclusive and appropriate to the location, while providing high play value. The estimated value of Lot 2 is £60,000 excluding VAT.
Status
active

Value

Including VAT
72,000
Amount
60,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Play Value
Description
Assessment of the overall play value of the proposed design, including the range and quality of play opportunities, suitability for different ages and abilities, inclusivity, accessibility, and opportunities for physical, imaginative and social play.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
35
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Compliance with Specification
Description
Assessment of how well the proposed design and works meet the Council's stated requirements, including required equipment, materials, safety surfacing, accessibility, relevant standards and site-specific requirements.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
25
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Project Delivery
Description
Assessment of the proposed programme, lead times, communication arrangements and installation methodology, including the contractor's approach to delivering the works safely and efficiently.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Company Experience & Reference
Description
Assessment of relevant experience in delivering comparable playground projects and the quality and relevance of client references.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Warranty & Aftercare
Description
Assessment of warranties, maintenance arrangements, ROSPA inspections, availability of replacement parts and aftercare provision.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Description
Tenderers must demonstrate that they have the relevant experience, technical capability and resources to deliver the required playground design, supply and installation works. Tenderers must provide details of similar playground projects completed within the last five years and references from at least two comparable clients. Tenderers must hold appropriate public liability insurance and provide details of their health and safety arrangements. Tenderers must demonstrate their ability to comply with all relevant legislation, regulations and applicable British and European Standards, including BS EN 1176 and BS EN 1177.

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
21 Oct 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Mar 2032, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
37535200
Description
Playground equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
45112723
Description
Landscaping work for playgrounds
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
45236210
Description
Flatwork for children's play area

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 8
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 9
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
37535200
Description
Playground equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
45112723
Description
Landscaping work for playgrounds
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
45236210
Description
Flatwork for children's play area

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 8
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 9
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
L-1
Document Type
technicalSpecifications
Description
The technical requirements for the playgrounds are set out in the Wootton Parish Council Playground Tender Specification, including requirements relating to playground equipment, accessibility and inclusion, safety surfacing, materials, site-specific requirements and compliance with relevant British and European Standards, including BS EN 1176 and BS EN 1177.
Entry 2
Id
A-21388
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Tender specification and requirements for the design, supply and installation of two new playgrounds at Wootton Recreation Ground and Simpson Manor Memorial Ground. Includes site requirements, required features, tender submission requirements, evaluation criteria, contract requirements and proposed procurement timetable.
Format
application/pdf
Entry 3
Id
A-21391
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
Site plan showing the locations of the existing play areas at Wootton Recreation Ground and Simpson Manor Memorial Ground. The plan is provided to assist tenderers in understanding the sites. At Simpson Manor Memorial Ground, the new playground will occupy only part of the area shown, with the precise footprint to be determined as part of the design process.
Format
application/pdf
Entry 4
Id
079917-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
21 Aug 2026, 13:14
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Wootton Parish Council
Id
GB-PPON-PLZD-9139-RLNT

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PLZD-9139-RLNT

Address

Street Address
Wootton Parish Council, Wootton Community & Sports Centre
Locality
Wootton
Postal Code
NN46ED
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKF24

Contact

Name
Alison Reynolds
Telephone
01604 705055

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Wootton · UKF24 · NN46ED · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKC · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKD · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKE · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKF · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKG · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKH · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKI · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKJ · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. 079917-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·