Tenders are invited for the refurbishment of the existing play at Kynaston Road, Shrewsbury SY1 3JR Background A list of essential equipment is stated in this document and includes inclusive play equipment for all abilities from the ages of 6 through to 12, (see individual site specifications). The main objectives of the project are to: (i) Improve the variety of play equipment on site (ii) Increase playing space on the site (iii) Provide residents with a safe place to play Budget An estimated Budget has been set for this project of £85K

Award criteria: Evaluation and awarding of the contract The contract will be awarded to the company that complies with all written requirements, has satisfactory references and offers the best value of service. The play value scoring matrix is attached below is to be used, this will be checked by officers to confirm figures are correct and appropriate. Guarantees and warranties will be assessed on their own merit to ensure ongoing maintenance is kept to a minimum. Shrewsbury Town Council may require further information from the tenderer after the submission deadline, if this occurs the Operations Manager will contact the nominated person named in the tenderer questionnaire. The Contract will be evaluated on the following basis. Play Value 20% • Activity count • Capacity of play area • Additional value Price 20% • Ability to stick budget • Discounts applied Inclusive Play Elements 20% • Knowledge of inclusive play items • Activity count • Recognition of hidden needs (autism, sensory, neurodiverse etc) • Ensuring inclusive items are exclusively for the disabled Guarantees and Warranties 20% • Length of Play equipment guarantees • Length of safety surface warrantees • Length of Installation warrantees Capability 20% • Providing an achievable timescale proposal • Ability to complete project to expect timescales • Qualifications for installation teams

Procurement Act 2023

Below threshold - open competition

Per tender document

Tender details: https://www.shrewsburytowncouncil.gov.uk/tenders/design-supply-installation-of-a-junior-play-area/