GB-Colchester: 0464 -PA - Refurbishment of 27 Play Parks
About This Opportunity
This is a works contract in the education and training sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 674,610.
Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the education and training sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Colchester City Council (the Council) wishes to commission a number of contractors to undertake the full or partial refurbishment of up to 27 parks across Colchester to LEAP style Industry Specifications & Standards or as described in the accompanying Specification document.
This project will be undertaken via the ESPO Framework: Outdoor Playground, Fitness & Sports Facilities and Equipment, Reference no: 115_25 - Lot 1 - Playground Equipment.
This opportunity has been split into eight (8) separate batches and Bidders may bid for any number up to all eight (8) batches:
Batch 1:North - Full Refurbishment - 3 Play Parks
Batch 2:North - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 4 Play Parks
Batch 3:East - Full Refurbishment - 3 Play Parks
Batch 4:East - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 4 Play Parks
Batch 5:South - Full Refurbishment - 4 Play Parks
Batch 6:South - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 2 Play Parks
Batch 7:West - Full Refurbishment - 5 Play Parks
Batch 8:West - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 2 Play Parks
Site visits are not being arranged, but bidders may visit any of the sites but are reminded that these sites are currently open to the public.
Full details are provided within the tender documents.
Additional information: Awarded via the ESPO Framework: Outdoor Playground, Fitness & Sports Facilities and Equipment, Reference no: 115_25 - Lot 1 - Playground Equipment
Batch 6:South - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 2 Play Parks and Batch 8:West - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 2 Play Parks were not awarded and will be retendered.. CPV: Playground sandboxes (37535270). Procedure: Not specified
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on August 11, 2026. Last refreshed 23 days ago. Reference: BIP1057853718. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Colchester City Council
Colchester City Council has issued 31 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 24 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Environment & Climate, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: September 17, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference BIP1057853718 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Hags-SMP Ltd. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Colchester City Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Works contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Hags-SMP Ltd was awarded the contract for £674,610. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
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