Tender: Blenheim Drive Play Area Upgrade – Aviation‑Themed Inclusive Play Space, Filton

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Filton Town Council is seeking a supplier for the re-design, supply and installation of play equipment and safety surfacing to fully redevelop the existing Blenheim Drive Play Area at Blenheim Drive, Filton BS34 7AX into a modern, inclusive aviation‑themed play space within the site’s current footprint. The council requires a supplier experienced in full play area redevelopment to reflect Filton’s aerospace heritage and to deliver a high-quality facility for the local community; the site is the only children’s play area in the Conygre Ward (around 5,000 residents), is adjacent to Filton Hill Primary School (196 pupils), and serves a wider Filton population that includes approximately 1,649 children aged 15 and under. The council anticipates contract commencement on 1 December 2026 (subject to a successful Public Works Loan Board application), with construction starting January 2027, practical completion by 31 March 2027 and any snagging works no later than 31 June 2027. The estimated contract value is up to £300,000 excluding VAT and Filton Town Council will be applying for a PWLB loan to fund the project.