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Provision to install new playground and recreational equipment

Detling Parish Council

Estimated Value

£75,000 – £125,000

Deadline

8 May 2026

Published

31 March 2026

Type

services

SME SuitableGBCPV: 92000000

Overview

Detling Parish Council (Borough of Maidstone, Kent) wishes to improve its recreational facilities and seeks tenders to carry out all works. We are seeking to improve the existing children's playground primarily to replace the multiplay tower and safety surfacing.

The provision of a sports wall for teenagers and exercise equipment is also required. Details as to how to apply is contained in the documents.

Contact & helpdesk

All enquires to the Clerk to the Council: clerk@detlingparishcouncil.org.uk

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Medium Complexity

Detling Parish Council in Kent wants to upgrade its local playground and recreational area. They're looking for a contractor to replace old equipment (mainly a multiplay tower), install new safety surfacing, add a sports wall for teenagers, and install exercise equipment for adults.

Requirements

  • No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
  • Contact the Clerk to the Council for full qualification and compliance requirements (clerk@detlingparishcouncil.org.uk)

Key Tasks & Deliverables

  • Remove and replace the existing multiplay tower with new equipment
  • Install new safety surfacing around the play area
  • Supply and install a sports wall designed for teenagers
  • Supply and install exercise equipment for adult use
  • All associated site works to complete the recreational facility upgrade

How to Read This Tender

  • 1Request the full tender documents from the Clerk — the notice here is just a summary. The detailed spec will tell you exactly what equipment models/standards are required, site conditions, and deadlines.
  • 2Look for safety standards: playground equipment must meet BS EN 1176 standards and safety surfacing must meet BS EN 1177 — these will be specified in full documents. Budget for compliance testing and certification.
  • 3Check the method of tender submission — some councils require sealed bids, others use online portals. The documents will specify closing date, format required, and evaluation criteria (e.g. price vs. quality scoring).
  • 4Watch for 'social value' scoring — many councils now award points for community benefit, local hiring, or sustainability, not just lowest price. The documents will detail what they're scoring on.
  • 5Site access and project timeline matter — find out when work must be completed, any restrictions on working hours, and whether the playground stays partly open during installation.

Tips for Small Businesses

  • If you're not a playground specialist, consider partnering with or subcontracting to an established play equipment installer — councils often prefer proven track records. You could handle project management and site work while a specialist supplies/installs equipment.
  • Highlight any relevant experience (other playground projects, health & safety record, insurance) and local connections to Maidstone — small councils value contractors who understand the community and can be responsive.
  • Get the full spec early and ask the Clerk clarifying questions in writing — e.g. exact equipment budget per zone, ground conditions, utilities to avoid, and whether they want design input or are providing a fixed specification. This avoids costly bid mistakes.

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Detling Parish Council
Typepublic body
Total contracts1
Total spend£125,000
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Key Dates

Published

31 March 2026

Submission deadline

8 May 2026

Notice type

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