Estimated Value
£80,000 – £105,000
Deadline
15 May 2026
Published
21 April 2026
Type
goods
Full Description
Introduction
Cambourne Town Council ("the Council") wishes to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to undertake refurbishment works at the Lower Cambourne Play Area.
Prospective Contractors are invited to submit a quotation to meet the Council's requirements as set out within this document and the accompanying play park upgrade brief.
- Project Overview
The Council is seeking to upgrade the Lower Cambourne Play Area to provide
- Improved infrastructure
- Enhanced and modernised play equipment
- Increased play value and opportunities
The Council has allocated funding as part of its commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of residents.
The appointed Contractor will be expected to work collaboratively with the Council to deliver a high-quality, inclusive, and engaging play space.
- Design Principles
Inclusivity and accessibility are central to the Council's objectives. The Contractor must demonstrate:
- Experience in delivering inclusive and accessible play environments
- Consideration of a wide range of ages and abilities
- Innovative design solutions that maximise play value
A meeting prior tender submission is crucial to ensure that the Councils vision for this play park is understood. Please contact Clerk@cambournetowncouncil.gov.uk
- Scope of Works
The works will include (but are not limited to)
- Design and installation of new play equipment
- Landscaping and associated infrastructure works
- Removal and safe disposal of all existing play equipment and associated services
- Recycling and reuse of materials where practicable, including potential relocation of serviceable equipment to alternative sites (subject to agreement with the Council)
- Community Engagement
The Contractor will be required to support public consultation as part of the design process:
- Two public consultation events shall be held:
o One following the development of the initial design proposal
o A second follow-up consultation, if required, to incorporate and respond to public feedback and any proposed amendments
- Programme
Estimated contract dates
- Anticipated start: Late May 2026
- Duration: Approximately 2 months
- Completion: Prior to the start of the Summer Holidays 2026
The contract will include a 12-month defects liability period following completion.
- Tender Documentation
This document should be read in conjunction with
- Material considerations
- Accessibility Statement
- Submission Details
Submission Deadline
- 15th May 2026 at 9:00am
Submission Method
- Tenders must be submitted electronically via email to:
clerk@cambournetowncouncil.gov.uk
Late submissions may not be considered.
- Additional Requirements
Contractors should demonstrate
- Relevant experience in similar play park projects
- Ability to deliver within programme and budget
- Commitment to sustainability and waste minimisation
- Strong approach to health and safety compliance
Requirements
Inclusivity and accessibility are central to the Council's objectives. The Contractor must demonstrate:
The Contractor will be required to support public consultation as part of the design process:
- Two public consultation events shall be held:
o A second follow-up consultation, if required, to incorporate and respond to public feedback and any proposed amendments
Submission Instructions
Submission Deadline
- Tenders must be submitted electronically via email to:
Contact Information
A meeting prior tender submission is crucial to ensure that the Councils vision for this play park is understood. Please contact Clerk@cambournetowncouncil.gov.uk
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Published
21 April 2026
Submission deadline
15 May 2026
Notice type
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