Scope
Description
Thurcroft Parish Council invites suitably qualified and experienced playground design and installation companies to submit a tender for the design, supply, and installation of a revitalised children's playground at:
Location:
Gordon Bennett Memorial Hall, Green Arbour Rd, Thurcroft, Rotherham, S66 9DD.
The Council wishes to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging play environment with clearly defined areas for younger and older children, and to relocate an existing teenage hut to a more appropriate area of the site or nearby land.
The current playground no longer adequately meets the needs of all age groups. In particular:
• There is insufficient separation between younger children and older users
• Existing equipment lacks progression and challenge
• The current location of the teenage hut impacts the enjoyment and safety of younger children
The Parish Council seeks innovative proposals that address these issues while remaining sympathetic to the surrounding community.
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Project Objectives
Tenderers should demonstrate how their proposals will:
• Provide distinct play zones for:
o Younger children (approx. ages 2-6)
o Older children (approx. ages 7-12+)
• Improve safety, supervision, and accessibility
• Encourage active, imaginative, and social play
• Reduce conflict between different age groups
• Relocate the existing teenage hut to a more suitable location (specified by the council)
• Deliver a durable, low-maintenance solution
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Scope of Works
The scope includes, but is not limited to:
5.1 Design
• A full playground layout plan
• Clear zoning for younger and older children
• Consideration of natural or physical separation (e.g. planting, fencing, surfacing, pathways)
• Integration of the relocated teenage hut into an appropriate area
5.2 Equipment & Installation
• Supply and installation of age-appropriate play equipment
• Removal and relocation of the teenage hut to include any necessary groundwork, bases, or minor modifications
• Groundworks and surfacing
• Compliance with all relevant safety standards (e.g. EN 1176 / 1177)
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Design Requirements
Younger Children's Area (Indicative)
• Low-level equipment suitable for early years
• Inclusive and sensory play elements
• Safer surfacing
• Good visibility for parents and carers
Older Children's Area (Indicative)
• More challenging and adventurous equipment
• Opportunities for physical activity and social interaction
• Equipment that discourages misuse of younger play areas
Total value (estimated)
- £150,000 excluding VAT
- £180,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 June 2026 to 29 June 2026
- Possible extension to 17 July 2026
- 1 month, 17 days
Description of possible extension:
We may consider a short extension if the chosen contractor cannot complete the works in June. The playground would need to be completed by the start of the Rotherham school holidays.
Main procurement category
Works
Additional procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 45236210 - Flatwork for children's play area
Contract locations
- UKE31 - Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
- UK suppliers
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs)
Conditions of participation
Submissions must include:
1. Company profile and relevant experience
2. Examples of similar playground projects (preferably Parish or Town Councils)
3. Proposed design concept (sketches or visuals encouraged)
4. Explanation of how age separation will be achieved
5. Details of teenage hut relocation proposal
6. Full cost breakdown
7. Warranty and maintenance details
8. Health & Safety policy
9. Insurance certificates
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
10 April 2026, 11:59pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://www.thurcroftparishcouncil.gov.uk/HOME_42782.aspx
Please note we will not accept submissions via this website.
Submissions will be accepted by email only to clerk@thurcroftparishcouncil.gov.uk. Please title email 'PLAYGROUND TENDER'.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Tenders will be assessed on:
• Quality and suitability of design proposal
• Understanding of age-appropriate play and zoning
• Approach to teenage hut relocation
• Value for money
• Experience and track record
• Compliance with safety and accessibility standards
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Thurcroft Parish Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYCQ-5948-HJNP
Gordon Bennett Memorial Hall
Rotherham
S66 9DD
United Kingdom
Contact name: Sarah Wilkinson
Telephone: 07462671978
Email: clerk@thurcroftparishcouncil.gov.uk
Website: https://www.thurcroftparishcouncil.gov.uk/HOME_42782.aspx
Region: UKE31 - Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government