Seaton Sluice Welfare Playpark Replacement 2026

Seaton Valley Community Council is seeking a UK-based contractor, specifically from the SME or VCSE sectors, to design, supply, and install a complete replacement inclusive playpark at the Welfare Park on Beresford Road, Seaton Sluice. The project is intended for children aged 0-12 and must be executed between December 18, 2026, and April 1, 2027. The fixed-price mandatory scheme is capped at £115,000 excluding VAT and encompasses the removal of existing equipment, project management, groundworks, compliant safety surfacing, metal perimeter fencing with accessible gates, signage, and an independent post-installation inspection. The required play provision includes a substantial multi-play structure with climbing and inclusive slide features, a four-bay swing set, and either an inclusive roundabout or seesaw, plus at least one additional inclusive feature. The Council encourages optional enhancements such as sensory play and inclusive basket or net swings, which may be priced separately. Due to the coastal location, all materials must be robust and durable enough to withstand a marine environment. Award decisions will be based on a weighted scoring system prioritizing price (30%), play value and quality (25%), and inclusivity and accessibility (20%), with remaining weight distributed among design, durability, and project management.