Scope
Description
The outcome of this Tender will be to identify and select a single Contractor to take the Project forward from consultation to a final design and a completed installed concrete skatepark, to suit the needs of the local young people whilst taking into account a range of ages, abilities and wheels, e.g. scooters, skateboards and BMX, and also taking account of the site constraints.
This Tender aims to select a Contractor based upon examples of previous work, financial viability, Health & Safety procedures, skills, experience of working with Councils and Community Groups and expertise to deliver a fully funded project from start to finish within budget.
The Applicant is required to provide value for money, use local suppliers where possible, deliver added value, cause minimum disturbance to the community whilst delivering a durable, well designed concrete skatepark built to a high quality that suits the needs of the local young people and adheres to the Authority's requirements.
The Applicant must include a breakdown of costs for the Project proposal, including;
i) Consultation sessions with local young people
ii) Creation of 3D visuals
iii) Topographical survey
iv) Services searches
v) Support with obtaining Planning Permission
(cost of application and any surveys requested will be covered by the Council)
vi) Project management - H&S and CDM compliance
vii) Provision of JCT Minor Works 2016 with Contractors Design documentation
viii) Creation of detailed design engineering drawings
ix) Preliminaries
x) Groundworks & drainage
xi) Steelworks
xii) Concrete
xiii) Ancillary items (seating, bins, sign)
xiv) RoSPA Post Installation inspection
xv) Launch event
xvi) Any other items (please detail)
2.2 The Contractor will be required to run a minimum of two consultation events with local young people on dates to be agreed.
2.3 It is planned for the skatepark to be completed and opened by Easter 2027 subject to Planning Permission being granted and funds being in place.
2.4 The Contractor will be required to support the Council with the preparation of documentation for a Planning Application. The Council will submit the application and pay the fees to the Planning Authority. Any surveys specifically requested by Planning will be paid for by the Council outside of the tender sum.
2.5 The Contractor must meet the requirements of the JCT Contract, take account of any planning conditions and demands that the Council includes within the project management process.
2.6 The Contractor must not exceed the maximum budget for the project which is £400,000.00 excluding VAT.
2.7 All submissions are required to complete and submit the enclosed Selection Questionnaire.
Total value (estimated)
- £400,000 excluding VAT
- £480,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 20 December 2025 to 1 September 2027
- Possible extension to 1 October 2027
- 1 year, 9 months, 13 days
Description of possible extension:
Build extension
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 43325000 - Park and playground equipment
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
7 November 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
27 November 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
tender@torpointtowncouncil.gov.uk
MARKED Design and build a Skatepark Facility TENDER
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
19 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 30% |
| Approach | Quality | 20% |
| Budget management | Cost | 20% |
| Previous Project Experience | Quality | 15% |
| Management and Communication | Quality | 10% |
| Programme | Quality | 5% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
Appendix 1 Financial Regulations February 2025.pdf
Appendix 1 Financial Regulations
Appendix 2 - Selection Questionnaire.pdf
Appendix 2 Selection Questionnaire
Appendix 3 Torpoint Community Skatepark Survey Sep 25.pdf
Appendix 3 Torpoint Skate park community survey results
ITT Torpoint Skatepark 2025 FINALv1.pdf
INVITATION TO TENDER (REVISED on 23rd October 2025)
Contracting authority
Torpoint Town Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHJZ-1286-MVVQ
Torpoint Town Council, 1-3 Buller Road
Torpoint
PL11 2LD
United Kingdom
Region: UKK30 - Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government