Children's Playground Refurbishment Project

NUTHURST PARISH COUNCIL INVITATION TO TENDER FOR A CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUND 1. Introduction Nuthurst Parish Council wishes to refurbish an existing children's playground located on Mannings Heath Village Green (RH13 6JU). The playground, which is approximately 20m x 50m, (1000sq m) is located at the south western edge of the village green The refurbishment project involves removal and disposal of all of the existing play equipment and installation of new play equipment. Total costs including all equipment, works, services and administration not to exceed £52,000 net. 2. Specification for tenders (registered and approved playground companies) Tenders are requested to: • Uplifting, removal and disposal of all existing equipment • Supply and installation of - a multi-activity unit to provide for climbing, sliding, balancing, crawling, swinging, rotating and sensory exploration, complete with all fixtures and fittings - a timber, double swing unit with all necessary shackles, flat seats and chains - a timber swing set to include an infant/toddler swing and a basket swing, with all necessary chains, ropes, fittings and fixings - a play train or boat or similar with all necessary fittings and fixtures  supply and installation of new or additional surfacing beneath the new equipment (wet pour or bonded rubber mulch)  All equipment and fittings must meet European safety standards Tenders must specify:  Insurance for the equipment, installation and PLI  Arrangements for site preparation  Arrangements for the removal and disposal of foundation spoil, materials  Site storage  Welfare facilities  Site Security and arrangements for the minimization of inconvenience to neighbouring properties  Bespoke artwork/signage for site  Full costs with a breakdown of individual components. The total costs including all equipment, works, services and administration should not exceed £52,000 net Commencement and completion dates  Days and dates when work will take place (eg; no week-ends, evenings and bank holiday working) Tenders must also include:  Site plan showing the size and location of all new equipment and surfacing, (site visit essential)  A visual image of the proposed refurbished playground 3. Closing date for submission of tenders The closing time and date for acceptance of tenders is 9am on Monday 20 June 2022 4. Submission of tenders Tenders should be sent in a sealed envelope addressed to The Clerk to Nuthurst Parish Council, 107 Morris Drive, Billingshurst, West Sussex RH14 9ST The envelope should bear the words 'Playground Tender' in the top left hand corner. 5. Questions and Queries Any questions and/or queries about this project and the procurement process should be sent to: The Clerk to Nuthurst Parish Council at [email protected]