Lower Cambourne Playpark Refurbishment, £80k-£105k, Closing 15 May

Published date: 21 April 2026

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.

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Contract summary

Industry

• Swings - 37535100
• Playground equipment - 37535200
• Playground swings - 37535210
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  • Playground climbing apparatus - 37535220
  • Playground merry go rounds - 37535230
  • Playground slides - 37535240
  • Playground see saws - 37535250
  • Playground tunnels - 37535260
  • Playground sandboxes - 37535270
  • Playground bleachers - 37535280
  • Wall and rope climbing equipment - 37535290
  • Wall climbing equipment - 37535291
  • Rope climbing equipment - 37535292
  • Landscaping work for playgrounds - 45112723

Location of contract

CB23 6GW

Value of contract

£80,000 to £105,000

Procurement reference

Lower Cambourne Playpark works

Published date

21 April 2026

Closing date

15 May 2026

Closing time

9am

Contract start date

26 May 2026

Contract end date

28 July 2026

Contract type

Works

Procedure type

Competitive quotation (below threshold)

What is a competitive quotation (below threshold)? The buyer selects a group of potential suppliers to invite to tender.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

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.

1. 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.

2. 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

3. 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)

4. 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

5. 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.

6. Tender Documentation
   This document should be read in conjunction with:
   • Material considerations
   • Accessibility Statement

7. 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.

8. 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

More information

Attachments

• Tender specs (Play park).pdf

• Tender notice

• Material Considerations .pdf

• Technical specifications

• Accessibility .pdf

• Bidding documents

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name

Dawid Illakowicz

Address

The Hub, High Street, Great Cambourne
CAMBRIDGE
CB236GW
England

Telephone

01954714403

Email

Clerk@cambournetowncouncil.gov.uk

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Watch this notice Print this notice Closing: 15 May 2026, 9am