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PROJECT BRIEF The Hickman Bacon Memorial Park (Levellings) is an existing park for which Gainsborough Town Council have sole responsibility. The years though have taken their toll on this once thriving park. It is essential now that this park is brought back to life, as it is surrounded by residential properties, and is in a central part of our town, within easy reach of Southwest Ward, Trent and North Ward residents. There are not only residents but two schools in the vicinity of the park, and the local Scouts groups. Gainsborough Town Council (GTC) is seeking to invite tenders for the design and build of a new play facility for children aged from 2 to 13+ years of age as well as adult gym equipment, with all equipment and surfacing conforming to EN1176 and EN1177. In this phase the Council seeks a tender to: 1. Redevelop the toddler play area as to provide safe play equipment for children of pre-school age. 2. Redevelopment of play area for older children including the refurbishment of existing teen equipment and the removal of equipment that cannot be refurbished. 3. Repair and renewal of ball court creating opportunity to engage in improvised team sports 4. Installation of adult outdoor gym equipment helping to improve overall fitness, flexibility and strength 5. Landscaping, including plants, flowers and shrubs - engaging with the local community, Gainsborough in Bloom, nearby allotments helping to combat isolation. We aim to provide play and fitness equipment that is accessible, inclusive and inviting to all. The equipment should wherever possible also be low maintenance whilst offering high play value. The area assigned for development is located in Gainsborough (see location map). A budget of up to £116,945 has been set aside for the project. The play areas must be appropriately fenced to exclude dogs and to retain young children in the play area

PROJECT BRIEF The Hickman Bacon Memorial Park (Levellings) is an existing park for which Gainsborough Town Council have sole responsibility. The years though have taken their toll on this once thriving park. It is essential now that this park is brought back to life, as it is surrounded by residential properties, and is in a central part of our town, within easy reach of Southwest Ward, Trent and North Ward residents. There are not only residents but two schools in the vicinity of the park, and the local Scouts groups. Gainsborough Town Council (GTC) is seeking to invite tenders for the design and build of a new play facility for children aged from 2 to 13+ years of age as well as adult gym equipment, with all equipment and surfacing conforming to EN1176 and EN1177. In this phase the Council seeks a tender to: 1. Redevelop the toddler play area as to provide safe play equipment for children of pre-school age. 2. Redevelopment of play area for older children including the refurbishment of existing teen equipment and the removal of equipment that cannot be refurbished. 3. Repair and renewal of ball court creating opportunity to engage in improvised team sports 4. Installation of adult outdoor gym equipment helping to improve overall fitness, flexibility and strength 5. Landscaping, including plants, flowers and shrubs - engaging with the local community, Gainsborough in Bloom, nearby allotments helping to combat isolation. We aim to provide play and fitness equipment that is accessible, inclusive and inviting to all. The equipment should wherever possible also be low maintenance whilst offering high play value. The area assigned for development is located in Gainsborough (see location map). A budget of up to £116,945 has been set aside for the project. The play areas must be appropriately fenced to exclude dogs and to retain young children in the play area two.1.5) Estimated total valueII.1.5) Estimated total value Value excluding VAT: £116,945

Gainsborough Town Council (GTC) is seeking to invite tenders for the design and build of a new play facility for children aged from 2 to 13+ years of age as well as refurbishment of existing play equipment with all equipment and surfacing conforming to EN1176, EN1177 and all relevant standards. We want to provide play equipment that is accessible, inclusive and inviting to all. The equipment should also be low maintenance whilst offering high play value. The area assigned for development islocated in Gainsborough (see location map). A budget of up to £134,792 has been set aside for the project. If you wish to be considered for inclusion on the list of companies to be invited to submit a tender please contact the Interim Town Clerk at Gainsborough Town Council, Rachel Allbones, Richmond House, Richmond Park, Morton Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2RJ. Telephone 01427 811573 or townclerk@gainsborough-tc.gov.uk to confirm your interest. All expressions of interest must be received by no later than noon on Friday 15th March 2024.

We are seeking tenders for the supply of the following as a single package: 1. 40hp tractor with cab, turf tyres, hydrostatic transmission, PTO with horsepower rating capable of powering the following implements detailed in 5 and 6 below, three-point linkage, trailer electrics and road registered. 2. Front loader, brash grabbing bucket and rear counterweight to match maximum lifting capacity of the front loader. 3. Pallet forks / tines for the front loader. 4. Two (2) tonne tipping trailer with removable galvanised mesh sides, road lights and number plate. 5. PTO driven side arm finger bar hedge trimmer, minimum 1.5m wide cutting head, with minimum 3.5m level cut height and minimum 4.5m side reach. 6. PTO driven rear mounted rotavator, minimum 1.5. working width and 8-12cm working depth. 7. Instruction / training of seven (7) operatives to employ the foregoing. Provide evidence / certification for personnel files. The Council is not fixed about the make or model of tractor and equipment / implements but will be looking for products that require minimal maintenance, are built for longevity and have a good warranty period. Please provide information on all warranties, service intervals and parts supply. Please supply typical costs of servicing and service items. The Council encourages any additional value-added options within the Tender submission. These should be set out separately in the Tender. The delivery address and location for operative instruction / training is Richmond House, Richmond Park, Morton Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2RJ. The Tender shall be made on the headed business paper of the Tenderer / supplier, dated and signed in ink. The Tender must be signed where the Tenderer is an individual, by that individual. Where the Tenderer is a partnership, by two duly authorised partners. Where the Tenderer is a company, by a director, such persons to be duly authorised for the purpose. Any questions or matters of clarification regarding the tender procedure, contract documentation, specification or requests for further information should be submitted by e-mail to townclerk@gainsborough-tc.gov.uk. Tenderers / suppliers are required to keep Tenders valid for acceptance for a period of thirty (30) days from the closing date for receipt of tenders. Tenders shall be submitted in a plain sealed envelope / package clearly marked "Gainsborough Tractor Tender", in large bold print, by registered post, recorded delivery service to: The Town Clerk, Gainsborough Town Council, Richmond House, Richmond Park, Morton Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2RJ. The envelope must not bear any name or mark indicating the identity of the sender. Tenders must be received by no later than noon on 3rd July 2024 No Tender will be considered if it is received after the date and time specified, unless the Council, at its sole discretion, extends the closing date and time specified in writing.

Tenders are sought for the removal of two (2) broken and undulating tarmac footpaths and foundation / base to a demolished changing facility adjacent to a row of cherry trees / metal fence and the laying of a new 1.8m wide tarmac footpath. The area in question is commonly known locally as 'the dog walk' in Levellings Park. The works are to be undertaken at the southern end of the Sir Hickman Beckett Bacon Memorial Park (Levellings Park), Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2NT. Tenders are invited to contact the Town Clerk to arrange a site visit and survey, so the works and position of the new footpath is agreed and understood. The works comprise, briefly, of the following: Southern footpath and changing room base removal. a) Excavate out existing footpath and changing room base to a depth of approximately 200-250mm depth. Include to remove kerbs and concrete, seal redundant drainage pipes etc. Approx 250 sq.m. Tenderers to satisfy themselves of the quantities. b) Cut back into existing footpaths at each end [which will remain], to create neat edge. Cart away spoil to off-site tip. c) Provide, spread and rake average thickness of 200mm of topsoil, over the area in preparation for Gainsborough Town Council to grass seed. Approx 250 sq.m. Tenderers to satisfy themselves of the quantities. New 'dog walk' footpath. d) Excavate out existing footpath [including removal of channels] to a depth of approximately 200mm. Approx 225 sq.m. Tenderers to satisfy themselves of the quantities. e) Excavate out in existing grass, to a depth not exceeding 170mm from finished level, to create new footpath at 1.8m wide. Approx 270 sq.m. Tenderers to satisfy themselves of the quantities. f) Disperse soil and grass in the bottom of the old footpath area and top-up with fresh soil, levelled and raked in preparation for Gainsborough Town Council to grass seed. Approx 180 sq.m. Tenderers to satisfy themselves of the quantities. g) Provide and lay new 150mm x 50mm edging kerbs, on bed of concrete with haunch, to form new retainer at both sides of new footpath. Approx 300m. Tenderers to satisfy themselves of the quantities. h) Cut back to form suitable tie-in joints where required. i) Provide, lay and roll average 100mm thickness of graded sub-base, 45mm thickness of AC20 dense binder course, followed by 25mm thickness of AC10 dense surface course. Approx 270 sq.m. Tenderers to satisfy themselves of the quantities. j) Move / 'switch' existing metal fence panel and existing metal gate to align with the new footpath at the western / Ropery Road end. General k) Provide copies of all insurances. l) Provide copies of risk assessments, method statements, project plan etc. m) Include for fencing and appropriate signage to barrier-off working areas for duration of works and as necessary. n) Dispose of any surplus spoil etc. to licensed waste facility o) Leave site clean and tidy on completion.

Gainsborough Town Council invites tenders for the careful removal of an existing glazed conservatory and associated restoration works to the Grade II listed Richmond House, located within Richmond Park, Gainsborough. Works include demolition, masonry repair, joinery, sash window manufacture and installation, internal making good, decoration, and compliance with planning and heritage conditions. 1. Programme & Site Access • Contractor to supply a proposed programme of works for approval before commencement. • Access routes and site arrangements must be coordinated to avoid unnecessary disruption to site users and maintenance operations. ________________________________________ 2. Planning & Consent Conditions All works must be undertaken in accordance with the following approved drawings: • Ref: RD:5236 - 04 Rev A (June 2024) - Existing Site Plan • Ref: RD:5236 - 03 Rev C (June 2024) -Plan and Elevations • Ref: RD:5236 - 07 Rev B (June 2024) - Window Details for Reception and Office. • Ref: RD:5236 - 08 Rev B (June 2024) - Site Plan (Extension & Window Details Only). Condition 3 - Masonry Samples • No new masonry to be installed until brick and stone samples have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority (LPA). • Samples to include a test panel of brickwork (type, bond, mortar, finish) and proposed sills and heads. Condition 4 - Window & Joinery Drawings • Prior to installation, 1:20 scale drawings to be submitted for approval, showing materials, finishes, protective coatings, cross-sections, glazing details, and colour proposals. Condition 5 - Brickwork Cleaning • Method Statement to be submitted for approval before commencement of any brick cleaning, in compliance with BS 8221-1:2012. • Works must strictly follow the approved methodology. ________________________________________ 3. Description of Works 3.1 Demolition of Existing Extension • Carefully dismantle the glazed extension to prevent damage to the main structure and surrounding site. • All arising debris to be cleared and disposed of in accordance with regulations. 3.2 Removal of Base and Floor Construction • Break out the existing slab and base down to the level of adjoining paving. • Dispose of waste safely and responsibly. 3.3 External Wall Alterations • Remove render, plaster, and paint to walls affected by removal of structure. • Repoint brickwork with lime-based mortar. • Rebuild external wall sections as required, forming new window openings with matching lintels and sills. 3.4 Timber Sash Windows • Manufacture and install two new hardwood sliding sash windows to replicate the original appearance. • Include sash weights, ironmongery, and detailing in line with existing style. • All units to comply with approved drawings. 3.5 Internal Making Good • Repair disturbed walls, ceilings, and joinery to match existing finishes. • Apply lime plaster to walls and ceilings. • Use joinery-grade softwood for replacement or repairs. 3.6 Decoration & Finishes • Prepare and paint all new plasterwork and joinery. • Paint sash windows internally and externally. • Decorate affected doors and frames, with colour schemes approved in advance. 3.7 Site Management & Documentation • Provide temporary site facilities, security, and welfare as necessary. • Submit RAMS, Construction Phase Plan, and maintain a Health & Safety File in compliance with CDM. ________________________________________ 4. Quality & Standards • All works to be executed to a high standard of craftsmanship. • All materials must be new, high quality, and consistent with the historic character. • Works must comply with: o National heritage and listed building policies. o Relevant British Standards and current Building Regulations. o Health & Safety legislation. ________________________________________ 5. Completion & Handover • At practical completion, provide warranties, certification, and maintenance instructions. • Leave the site tidy and free from construction waste.