Estimated Value
£150,000 – £0
Deadline
18 February 2026
Published
11 June 2026
Type
works
Overview
Landscaping Works for Finch Wood Play Area
AI Analysis
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A local authority is seeking a contractor to carry out landscaping works at Finch Wood Play Area. This is a public realm improvement project involving grounds and outdoor space preparation or maintenance.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
- Likely to require: public liability insurance, health and safety compliance, safeguarding (due to play area context), and relevant landscaping qualifications or experience.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Landscaping works at Finch Wood Play Area (specific scope not detailed in this title — full specification in tender documents)
- Likely to include: ground preparation, planting, drainage, pathway or surface work, or play area surfacing (exact works to be confirmed in full tender documents)
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a short-form notice — the real detail is in the full tender documents. Download these immediately as they'll specify what landscaping is actually needed, timeline, and budget.
- 2Play areas have strict safety standards (BS EN 1176 for equipment and surfaces). Check if the works involve play equipment safety compliance or just grounds.
- 3Look for the 'Specification' or 'Scope of Works' section in full documents — this tells you exactly what you're bidding for (e.g. how many square metres, which plants, surface type).
- 4Check the contract value and timeline early — landscaping projects are weather-dependent, so note any seasonal constraints or completion deadlines.
- 5Flag any mention of 'social value' or 'community benefit' scoring — councils often award points for local job creation or environmental work, not just lowest price.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Landscaping is a good fit for SMEs — consider partnering with a local groundworks or horticulture specialist if you're new to play area standards; councils value local supply chains.
- Play areas require DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks for staff on-site due to proximity to children — budget for this and include in your timeline.
- Subcontracting opportunities: if you're a small landscaper, team up with a larger contractor or hire specialist play surface installers (rubber crumb, tarmac, etc.) as a subcontractor to spread risk.
Award Details
Dunkil Developments Ltd
£99,268
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Key Dates
Published
11 June 2026
Submission deadline
18 February 2026
Renewal expected40% confident
October 2026
Predicted using median duration of UK contracts in the same CPV division (4 months from contract start date → renewal expected by Oct 2026).
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