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107_26 Inspection and Maintenance of Indoor Gymnasium, Fitness and Sport Equipment, and Outdoor Schools Play and Sport Equipment

Awarded to ACE PLAY LIMITED (07163413), BALANCE LEISURE FITNESS LTD (NI624145), CONTINENTAL SPORTS LIMITED (00830200) +5 more

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO(buyer)

Published
Published 22 May 2025
Deadline
Closed 15 May 2026

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Overview

Leicestershire County Council (ESPO) is establishing a national framework for the inspection and maintenance of sports equipment, including traditional gymnasium and fitness equipment, as well as outdoor trim trails and activity play areas. The framework is not divided into lots and carries an estimated value of £8.33 million, with the tender deadline of 15 May 2026 now closed; the procurement is currently in evaluation.

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Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£8,333,333
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
22 May 2025
Questions by
8 May 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Sports goods and equipmentRepair and maintenance services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£8,333,333
Award date
15 July 2026
Contract period
23 June 2026 → 31 January 2028
Winners
  • ACE PLAY LIMITED (07163413)
  • BALANCE LEISURE FITNESS LTD (NI624145)
  • CONTINENTAL SPORTS LIMITED (00830200)
  • FITNESS WAREHOUSE LIMITED (03349377) - t/a Gym Gear
  • SAFEPLAY PLAYGROUND SERVICES LTD (04359116)
  • SERVICE SPORT (UK) LIMITED (03744012)
  • SPORTS & PLAYGROUND SERVICES UK LIMITED (04981677)
  • SPORTSAFE UK LTD (03370067)

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Notice history

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  1. Award Update · Contract Update

    11 August 2026

  2. Contract

    11 August 2026

  3. Contract

    24 July 2026

  4. Contract Notice

    13 April 2026

  5. Prior Information Notice

    12 January 2026

  6. Planning Update

    23 May 2025

  7. Prior Information Notice

    22 May 2025

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ACE PLAY LIMITED (07163413) +7 won 107_26 Inspection and Maintenance of Indoor Gymnasium, Fitness and Sport Equipment, and Outdoor Schools Play and Sport Equipment