Purpose

Approval is sought for the
award of a contract to deliver improvements to play areas in
Fradley Parish, owned by Fradley Parish Council, as part of a
Section 106 Agreement.

Decision

The Cabinet Member approved the award of the
contract for the Fradley Play Park improvement project to Creative
Play Ltd, identified as the highest-scoring and most advantageous
tenderer following evaluation.

Reasons for the decision

Cabinet member approval was granted in
November 2025 for the application of £193,500 of Section 106
financial contributions, towards improvements to the Worthington
Road and Barlow Drive play areas, both Fradley Parish Council
assets. Fradley Parish Council have agreed to fund an additional
£84,303.90 totalling the project value to
£277,803.90.
 
A full design brief and specification were
developed based on site assessments and consultation with Fradley
Parish Council and local ward members. The specification included
requirements for improved play value, inclusive equipment, safety
surfacing, and durability to support long-term use by the
community.
 
A compliant tendering process has been carried
out with the support of the council's procurement
service. 

Alternative options considered

1. Refurbish existing equipment only –
this would not deliver uplift required and would not provide
long-term resilience of the facilities
 
2. Refurbish only one site – A suitable
solution has been found within budget to refurbish both sites.
 
3. Do nothing – The existing equipment
is outdated and does not meet current safety and accessibility
standards.
 
4. Re-tender – A suitable solution has
been found so this wouldn’t be a good use of officer
time.