Purpose

On 8 February 2022, Executive authorised
funding for a new five year £3.5m investment programme in
play areas (including additional funding from Section 106 planning
agreements).
 
On 8 March 2022, Executive adopted the Play
Area Strategy 2022 - 2027 and Play Area Action (Investment) Plan
2022 - 2027 and that the Parks and Cemeteries Operations Manager be
authorised to take all necessary steps to deliver the improvement
works necessary and replace the play areas identified.
 
Newbury Road Recreation Ground Play Area is
identified as a site to be replaced in 2023 – 2024.

Decision

To award a contract to Sutcliffe Play Ltd for
the supply of play equipment and associated safety surfacing.
 
Reason:
To carry out the necessary improvement
works.