CA18030 - design and re-development of the KS1 and KS2 areas at Nova Primary Academy
PKATEstimated Value
Up to £60,000
Deadline
7 July 2026
Published
11 June 2026
Type
works
Overview
The work is for the design and redevelopment of Nova Primary Academy outdoor playground. This includes the supply and installation of appropriate groundworks, safety surfacing and play equipment.
The contractor is also responsible for the removal of designated existing equipment, as agreed with the Trust. Specified equipment is to be retained.
All works should comply to the British and European Standard for playground equipment and surfacing is BS EN 1176. Tendering organisations should read this section very carefully as it includes specific details of Peterborough Keys Academies Trust's expectations regarding the services sought, including questions that need to be answered in all their submissions.
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Additional details
Keys Academies Trust will make its decision based on the overall quality and cost of the services tendered. If Keys Academies Trust is satisfied that its requirements can be met a contract will be awarded for this work.
Indicative budget costs are between £40,000-£60,000. The tenderer is required to review the information provided in this tender document and set out how it would meet the school's requirements.
The work has been split into 3 zones which comprise the total project. The schools preferred design is included for reference although suppliers are to note that these are indicative.
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Nova Primary Academy needs a contractor to design and rebuild their outdoor playground for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 pupils, including new groundworks, safety surfacing, and play equipment. The budget is £40,000–£60,000, and all work must meet British and European playground safety standards.
Requirements
- All playground equipment and surfacing must comply with BS EN 1176 (British and European Standard for playground equipment)
- Contractor must remove designated existing equipment as agreed with Peterborough Keys Academies Trust
- Specified equipment must be retained (not removed)
- Work must cover three distinct zones within the total project area
- Bid must cover the totality of the work across all three zones
- Tenderer must answer all specific questions set out in the tender document
- Contractor responsible for supply and installation of groundworks, safety surfacing, and play equipment
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Design the outdoor playground layout for KS1 and KS2 areas
- Supply and install appropriate groundworks
- Supply and install safety surfacing that meets BS EN 1176
- Supply and install play equipment compliant with BS EN 1176
- Remove designated existing playground equipment
- Retain and preserve specified existing equipment as instructed by the Trust
- Complete work across three defined zones
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a design-and-build contract, not just installation — you'll need to show your design thinking, not just copy the school's 'indicative design'. The school has shown a preferred design for reference, but you can (and should) propose alternatives if they're better.
- 2The tender document contains specific evaluation questions you must answer — read the full tender documents on MultiQuote carefully before bidding, as those questions will determine whether you win. Don't skip this step.
- 3BS EN 1176 is the safety standard you must follow — if you're not familiar with it, research it now or factor in expert advice costs. Non-compliance is a knockout criterion.
- 4The budget is fixed at £40,000–£60,000 — price bids outside or significantly below this range may raise red flags. The Trust will judge you on both quality and cost together, so don't race to the bottom.
- 5The school has split the work into three zones — your bid should address each zone clearly and show you understand what equipment stays and what goes. Missing a zone or misunderstanding the scope is a common mistake.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If playground design and installation is not your core strength, consider a consortium bid with a specialist playground equipment supplier. Many SMEs win these contracts by partnering with manufacturers who handle design compliance while you manage groundworks and project delivery.
- Social value is often a scoring criterion in school contracts — highlight any local employment, educational partnerships (e.g. training young people in playground maintenance), or community benefit in your bid. Schools care about this.
- Get a copy of BS EN 1176 now and check your proposed equipment against it — certification delays and non-compliant products are common reasons bids are rejected. Budget time and money for compliance verification before you submit.
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Published
11 June 2026
Submission deadline
7 July 2026
Notice type
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