Design, supply and installation of outdoor gym equipment at Morgan recreation Ground

Award Criteria

Details from tender pack:- Tender submissions will be assessed on whether they meet the following criteria - MET or NOT MET. Submissions which fail to meet these criteria will be rejected. -Total project costs not to exceed £40 000 -Satisfactory references with regards to installation -Satisfactory references with regards to maintenance -Evidence of insurance cover (Public, Employer's, Professional) -Assurances to deliver by 23 October 2025 -Insurance backed 5 year guarantee for surface works The following criteria will be scored on a scale of 0-5, and each weighted as shown. Exercise value • Diversity of exercise opportunities • Quality of experience • Appearance • Response to consultation Value for money • Projected maintenance costs • Warranties and guarantees Adherence to work specification Sustainability element to the project Inclusivity - options for those with physical and motor impairments. Area is wheelchair accessible. Social value • Environmental statement • Equality statement • Any other social value factors • Assurances to use local subcontractors Maximum possible score 50 0 = No response 1 = Significantly below expectations 2 = Below expectations 3 = Meets expectations 4 = Above expectations 5 = Significantly above expectations  

Description

Crowthorne Parish Council would like to create an inspirational adult gym area for in order to: • Enhance this popular village facility, generating more footfall both in the Morgan Rec and therefore the High Street. • Support the government's Better Health campaign and BFC's Get Active Project. • Benefit all ages and demographics of Crowthorne residents. • Deliver commitments in the Neighbourhood and the Three Year Strategy Plan. • Provide free sports facilities as all others in the area require pre-booking and a charge. And ultimately: • Encourage and inspire all members of the community to get outside and get moving! Timeline Contract published on Contracts Finder government portal Mid May Deadline for submissions noon, Wednesday 2nd July Open bids, tender evaluation initiated 10am, Thursday 3rd July Crowthorne Parish Council to consider proposal for award of contract at Council meeting on 2nd September Contract awarded, conditional of satisfactory RAMS Monday 8th September Project completed, including inspection Thursday 23rd October Price The total project cost for this bid shall not exceed £40,000 net. Please note that the council are not obliged to accept the lowest tender but are bound to assess 'best value'. Works include Remove and dispose of existing gym equipment. Install a range of exercise equipment to promote exercise for adult park users which will work a range of muscle groups and have resistance options to cater for all levels of fitness in line with consultation outcomes outlined in tender pack Fully galvanised - hot dipped, not just painted. No timber products. Fire-resistant. Install a low-level barrier to the east of the gym area to distinguish the adult gym area from the children's play area. Ensure complicity with demarcation recommendations regarding its 15m proximity to the children's play area. See BS EN 16630. Install signage to meet safety regulations. The site is open and accessible all year around - visits to site are welcome. Contractors are welcome to visit at any time. If they would like to meet with Council's Project Officer, Liz Turkington, please email project@crowthorne-pc.gov.uk to arrange. Full details of the tender are set out in the online pack on Find a Tender. Contractors entering the process are required to register for free with Find a Tender as Council cannot publish the Tender Award Notice to unregistered contractors. Equipment should not provide sheltering possibilities. Regulation thickness and size fall zone areas. Equipment should include manufacturer's warranty.

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