Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c28-f9e8-71cc-8ee0-d715875042d7/harlington-playground closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Harlington Playground [Central Bedfordshire District Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/central-bedfordshire-district-council) Estimated value £50,000 Published 6 Jun 2018 Deadline Closed 29 Jun 2018 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Harlington Parish Council Tender For Park & Playground Equipment For Removal of Existing Playground Equipment And Installation of Playground Equipment Harlington Playground 1.1 The Site Harlington Playground, Bury Orchard, Harlington, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6LE 1.2 Aim To remove all existing equipment and surfacing; supply and install new equipment including the installation of impact absorbing surfacing. 1.3 Removal of Equipment Removal of all existing equipment along with the current impact absorbing surfaces. 1.4 Surfacing Impact absorbing surfacing shall be provided beneath all items of play equipment regardless of critical fall height. The area to be surfaced shall be: Either: (a) a minimum of 1.75m from the extremities of the individual item of equipment. Or: (b) in accordance with BSEN 1176/1177 1.5 Fencing Refurbishment The replacement and installation of the two existing pedestrian gates, one to be a double width to meet current DDA requirements. 1.6 Paving Refurbishment The installation of a pathway to be created between the existing pedestrian gates. 1.7 New Equipment All equipment must be designed, manufactured and installed in accordance with BSEN 1176 and BSEN 1177. At the end of the contract the contractor will be required to certify in writing that this is the case and the length and terms of the warranty, including details of the minimum maintenance requirements and resistance to vandalism. The equipment shall be suitable for use by children aged up to 12 years. It must include: • A tower multi play suitable for up to 12 years old including: o At least two slides, one of which shall be a double width slide o Scramble net access / Climbing Wall o One other access o Net bridge o Maximum height of 4m • A tower multi play suitable for up to 6 years including: o At least 1 slide o Playhouse / Shop / role play o Scramble net access o Ramp access o Bridge • Two flat swings • Two cradle swings • One parent and child swing • A basket swing • Circuit / Obstacle Course incorporating an a-framed scramble net • Two springer based toys • A shop / cafe panel for role-play • A zip line • Two benches • Two picnic benches (including table) 1.8 Surfacing All areas where bases have been removed shall be levelled and turfed in accordance in accordance with BS4428, BS2989 recommendations for general Landscape Operations. The contractor shall ensure that the correct grass seed mixture is used and that turves are in accordance with BS3969, BS1990 recommendations for turf for General Landscape Purposes. The grass shall be healthy, free of contaminant, of close texture and of even density. The contractor should ensure that the surrounding areas and access routes are restored where reasonably identified by the client. For submission requirements and contact details please see additional information. Additional information: INSTRUCTIONS TO TENDERERS • Declaration of interest by 15th June 2018 to: ### Clerk@harlington-pc.gov.uk • Tender submissions to be received by 5pm 29th June 2018 to: ### Clerk@harlington-pc.gov.uk ### Councillorstreet.m@harlington-pc.gov.uk Tender submissions must be in PDF format only and contain the following items: • Itemised Price Schedule • Visualisation of finished project • Confirmation of commitment to Contract start and end dates • Supporting documentation in regard legal and regulatory requirements Read full description ## CPV classification Recreational-area services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/9449dc0f-b63c-49a2-9107-b29869a446f3) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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