Opportunity

CALNE RECREATION GROUND SPLASH ZONE

  • Calne Town Council

F02: Contract notice

Notice reference: 2023/S 000-007026

Published 10 March 2023, 11:15am



Section one: Contracting authority

one.1) Name and addresses

Calne Town Council

The Strand

CALNE

SN110EN

Contact

Mark Edwards

Email

medwards@calne.gov.uk

Telephone

+44 1249814000

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

UKK15 - Wiltshire CC

Justification for not providing organisation identifier

Not on any register

Internet address(es)

Main address

www.calne.gov.uk

Buyer's address

www.calne.gov.uk

one.3) Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at

www.calne.gov.uk

Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address

Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above-mentioned address

one.4) Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority

one.5) Main activity

General public services


Section two: Object

two.1) Scope of the procurement

two.1.1) Title

CALNE RECREATION GROUND SPLASH ZONE

two.1.2) Main CPV code

  • 45223000 - Structures construction work

two.1.3) Type of contract

Works

two.1.4) Short description

CTC invites tenders for the design, supply and installation of a 'Splash Zone.' as part of improvements to Calne Recreation Ground.

The contractor shall create a creative and innovative design and build scheme that meets the budget and demonstrates the best value for money. If the contractor is able to provide options adding value for this project, please demonstrate this within the tender.

CTC is keen to consider a scheme which provides a number of features and has sustainability, operating costs and availability at the core of the project with delivery by Summer 2023.

two.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: £280,000

two.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: No

two.2) Description

two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 43325000 - Park and playground equipment

two.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKK15 - Wiltshire CC
Main site or place of performance

Calne Recreation Ground, Anchor Road, Calne, SN11 8DR

The Recreation Ground covers around 8 acres and is located within walking distance of the town centre. Within the park are tennis courts, rugby field, MUGA, dog walking area, play area, plus lots of space to enjoy the outdoors.

The Recreation Ground has no restricted access and is well used route for school children, dog walkers and those residents living around the site.

Adjacent to the Recreation Ground are Calne Bowls Club and the Recreation Pavilion which are subject to separate leases.

two.2.4) Description of the procurement

CTC has committed to a carbon and environmental pledge and has a sustainability checklist for new build projects so contractors will be expected to demonstrate what considerations have been implemented with this in mind and how resources will be used.

Statement on Future Planning Applications Considered by Calne Town Council - Calne Town Council available at https://www.calne.gov.uk/news/statement-on-future-planning-applications-considered-by-calne-town-council/

CTC has a budget of up to £280,000 for this project. The contractor shall create a creative and innovative design and build scheme that meets this budget and demonstrates the best value for money. If the contractor is able to provide options adding value for this project, please demonstrate this within the tender.

CTC is keen to consider a scheme which provides a number of features and has sustainability, operating costs and availability at the core of the project.

Below is a list of characteristics and assessment criteria so that Contractors shall consider when they are designing and proposing new equipment for the Splash Zone.

Accessibility:

It is important that access, equipment and overall experience for children with a disability,(physical, mental, sensory, neurological, cognitive, intellectual, and developmental impairments), shall be considered as part of the design. CTC would like this to be integrated so that children can play together. This could be incorporated through sensory play or specific equipment.

The Splash Zone will need to cater for children up to 12 years old.

Accessibility Please explain how your design ensures accessibility for all.

Age zones Please explain how your design provides space for ages 0-12

Surfacing

The Splash Zone area surfacing will need to meet all safety requirements and be of an attractive design. The surfacing should incorporate games and learning opportunities.

Surfacing Please explain the proposed design features and safety standard met

Surfacing - maintenance Please explain the method and frequency of cleaning and maintenance required.

Plant room, tank and utility supply

The proposal should explain expected water usage and requirements for plant room

What provision is required for a plant room or tank Please explain what plant room requirements are

What is the size and materials proposed for any tank and plant room Please explain the materials and construction method to be used.

What are expected water usage figures to be used in preparation, operation and cleaning of the Splash Zone Please explain as part of the proposal the amount of water to be used

Connection to mains supply Please confirm what utility connections are required.

Water Testing and Sampling

The proposal should explain the routine testing and sampling of the water used to prevent illness.

Explain how water is kept free from bacteria Please provide explanation and example documentation

Explain how water is sampled/frequency and method Please provide explanation and example documentation

Explain how system should be drained after use Please provide explanation and example documentation

Explain the process to deal with any contamination of the site Please provide explanation and example documentation

Identify any consumables required to carry out sampling or testing Please explain costs for any consumables required

Operation, ongoing maintenance and seasonal setup and shutdown

The proposal should clearly outline the operation of the Splash Zone.

Seasonal open and close down arrangements Please provide detailed example guidance for the setup up, operation and close of the facility

Annual service and inspection costs Please provide details of service and inspection costs

Training for operational staff Please provide example training plans

Operation and maintenance manual Please provide an example of the manual to be used

What is the expected lifespan of the equipment proposal Please explain the lifespan of the equipment

What is the warranty period of the equipment proposed Please supply details of the warranty on equipment proposed

What additional servicing costs are applicable to the proposal Please identify schedule and costs over the lifetime of the equipment

Explain how water is stored and recycled during normal operation Please provide an explanation as to how this has been included in the proposal. Please provide example documentation for operational use

Explain how excess water is stored and made available for irrigation uses or drainage requirements Please provide an explanation as to how this has been included in the proposal. Please provide example documentation for operational use

Construction requirements

The tender should consider access and construction constraints on the site.

Site size, safety fencing and welfare requirements for construction Please provide details of requirements

Trenching and making good Please confirm that all trenching, connections and construction damage will be made good prior to handover/leaving site

Joining existing surfacing or pathed areas Please explain the limit of your proposal and where any additional work may be required.

Site access The company should ensure they have considered site access from the main A4.

Fencing and Gates

All gates shall be painted in a contrasting colour to be easily distinguishable from the surrounding fence. In accordance with RoSPA guidance, two pedestrian gates of 1.2m in width should be available for use within the zone, to allow a child to remove themselves from potential intimidation from another child.

The gates should be 'outward' opening and have a self-closing mechanism (not to close quicker than 5 seconds).

Please explain in the proposal how the area will fenced and secured when not in use and how it meets RoSPA guidance Please provide details and costing of gates and fencing to be provided

Construction Design & Management

All tenders are received on the understanding that any company awarded a tender will provide Construction Design and Management procedures compliant with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

All tenders are received on the understanding that any company awarded a tender and entering into a tendered contract with CTC will do so as the Principle Contractor.

Please confirm that compliance with the

Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

Please confirm that requirements will be met

Schedule of Works - General Notes and guidance:

Due to the open brief, a schedule of works template is not provided. Contractors are expected to provide full details of their design, (with visualization boards) and break down of costings for removal of redundant equipment/surfacing, installation of new equipment, appropriate fencing and surfacing.

Figures quoted must be the total fixed price, excluding VAT for the works concerned, including all parts, materials, labour and ancillary costs.

Allow for any reinstatement costs required if damage occurs whilst carrying-out the works or accessing them.

Pricing should also include delivery and installation.

two.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Design / Weighting: 70%

Cost criterion - Name: Cost / Weighting: 30%

two.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: £280,000

two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2023

End date

1 August 2023

This contract is subject to renewal

No

two.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

two.2.11) Information about options

Options: No


Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information

three.1) Conditions for participation

three.1.3) Technical and professional ability

Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required

Please note that the Contractor selected to undertake this Contract will have to provide documentary evidence of Insurances, Health and Safety policies and relevant operative training prior to Contract award. In addition, the Contractor selected will have to provide a Method Statement and Risk Assessment to demonstrate how the works will be carried out safely

three.2) Conditions related to the contract

three.2.2) Contract performance conditions

Due to the open brief, a schedule of works template is not provided. Contractors are expected to provide full details of their design, (with visualization boards) and break down of costings for removal of redundant equipment/surfacing, installation of new equipment, appropriate fencing and surfacing.

Figures quoted must be the total fixed price, excluding VAT for the works concerned, including all parts, materials, labour and ancillary costs.

Allow for any reinstatement costs required if damage occurs whilst carrying-out the works or accessing them.

Pricing should also include delivery and installation.


Section four. Procedure

four.1) Description

four.1.1) Type of procedure

Open procedure

four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No

four.2) Administrative information

four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate

Date

7 April 2023

Local time

12:00pm

four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted

English

four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender

Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)

four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders

Date

24 April 2023

Local time

12:00pm


Section six. Complementary information

six.1) Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement: No

six.2) Information about electronic workflows

Electronic invoicing will be accepted

Electronic payment will be used

six.4) Procedures for review

six.4.1) Review body

Calne Town Council

Bank House,

Calne

SN11 0EN

Email

snash@calne.gov.uk

Telephone

+44 1249814000

Country

United Kingdom

Internet address

www.calne.gov.uk