Scope
Description
The Family Forum Centre is currently facing critical issues with its outdoor play surfaces and equipment, which have deteriorated to a level that poses health and safety risks and significantly limits the space's educational and recreational use. The condition of the area is having a detrimental impact on the curriculum, particularly in areas of physical development, outdoor learning, and inclusive play. The space is no longer safe or suitable for children and staff, and its continued use in its current state is not sustainable.
We are seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced supplier to address these urgent health and safety concerns. The successful contractor will be required to carry out remedial works to bring all play surfaces and equipment up to current UK safety regulations and standards, including those set out by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), BS EN 1176/1177, and other relevant statutory and best practice guidelines.
The scope of works will include:
Assessment of existing surfaces and equipment
Removal and disposal of unsafe or non-compliant elements
Installation of new or refurbished play equipment
Resurfacing and landscaping to ensure safe, accessible, and durable play areas
Certification and documentation to confirm compliance with applicable standards
The appointed supplier must demonstrate a strong track record in delivering similar projects within educational or childcare settings and be able to complete the works within a defined timeframe to minimise disruption to the Centre's operations.
Contract 1. Undertake urgent safety works to play equipment at The Family Forum Centre
Supplier
Contract value
- £31,200 excluding VAT
- £39,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
10 September 2025
Contract dates
- 15 September 2025 to 31 October 2025
- 1 month, 16 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 50870000 - Repair and maintenance services of playground equipment
Contract locations
- UKF24 - West Northamptonshire
Signed contract documents
WNC Forum Contract.pdf
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Special regime
Light touch
Supplier
SEMILONG SERVICES LIMITED
- Companies House: 06842550
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHML-7357-JLQW
15 Gate Lodge Close
Northampton
NN3 8RJ
United Kingdom
Region: UKF24 - West Northamptonshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Undertake urgent safety works to play equipment at The Family Forum Centre
Contracting authority
West Northamptonshire Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGDV-8944-CMBP
Angel Street
Northampton
NN1 1ED
United Kingdom
Region: UKF24 - West Northamptonshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government