Scope
Description
The successful Service Provider will be required to design play areas in line with the specification, supply the equipment, appoint and manage a suitably qualified installer and project manage, co-ordinate and oversee the installation of the new facilities. The tender should also outline a proactive repair and maintenance schedule for the first ten years.
The designs will inform TTC and the local community on developing the play areas and as a consequence, will be subject to a high level of public consultation.
• The preferred Service Provider will then be charged with:
1. Developing a play scheme design informed by public consultations, which should include the production of an Access Plan for the site. All designs must be compatible with the Equalities Act 2010. Further work with the community is likely to be necessary onsite to finalise the ultimate design; and,
2. Delivering the new play areas within Taunton Area site within the agreed budget.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,200,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2029
- Possible extension to 31 October 2030
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
One year extension
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment
Contract locations
- UKK23 - Somerset
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
9 October 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
14 October 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Submission address: playareas@taunton-tc.gov.uk
Documents also available at https://www.taunton-tc.gov.uk/
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
31 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price and quality | Cost | 100% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
Play Park ITT .docx
Taunton Town Council Play Area Report_final - Appendix 1.pdf
Hawthorn - Accessibility-Inclusive-PlayValue Assessments - Appendix 1f.zip
Contracting authority
Taunton Town Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMDN-7336-NLLJ
Deane House
Taunton
TA1 9QQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Louise Rowe
Telephone: +441823793781
Email: procurement@taunton-tc.gov.uk
Website: https://www.taunton-tc.gov.uk/
Region: UKK23 - Somerset
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government