Colchester City Council · Awarded contract

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GB-Colchester: 0464(a) -PA - Refurbishment of 27 Play Parks

Awarded 31 Aug 2026

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Awarded31 Aug 2026

Value£34,250.00

SupplierSutcliffe Play Ltd,Hags-SMP Ltd

AgencyColchester City Council

RegionEast of England

CategoryConstruction

Expires in 10mo12mo term, 18% elapsed

Awarded 31 Aug 2026Expires 30 Aug 2027

About

Colchester City Council (the Council) wishes to commission a number of contractors to undertake the full or partial refurbishment of up to 4 parks across Colchester to LEAP style Industry Specifications & Standards or as described in the accompanying Specification document.

This project will be undertaken via the ESPO Framework: Outdoor Playground, Fitness & Sports Facilities and Equipment, Reference no: 115_25 - Lot 1 - Playground Equipment.

This opportunity has been split into two (2) separate batches and Bidders may bid for either 1 or both batches: Batch 6:South - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 2 Play Parks Batch 8:West - Part Refurbishment and Kit Replacement - 2 Play Parks Site visits are not being arranged, but bidders may visit any of the sites but are reminded that these sites are currently open to the public.

Full details are provided within the tender documents.

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