Decision
Analysis
outcome: The winning contractor will be awarded the project for Phase 3 Playground Improvement Works.
summary: The decision involves awarding a contract for the refurbishment of 4 play areas in Newcastle City Council to make them more accessible and inclusive.
topline: The Assistant Director of Operations has decided to award a contract for the refurbishment of 4 play areas in Newcastle City Council.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves public funds and the allocation of resources for community projects.
affected_stakeholders: ["Newcastle City Council", "Contractors", "Local residents using the play areas"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.newcastle.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=14987
Decision Maker: Assistant Director of Operations - David Hall
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: This report will seek approval to award the winning contractor from the OPEN invitation to tender for the Phase 3 Playground Improvement Works. The Newcastle City Council Phase 3 Play Schemes – Enhanced, Inclusive & Accessible Sites project involves the Design & Build refurbishment of 4 existing play areas at the following locations: · Tyne Riverside Country Park · Elswick Park · Blakelaw Park · City Stadium It is intended that the above play areas are substantially improved to become ‘Enhanced, Accessible and Inclusive’ facilities as identified in the Newcastle Accessible and Inclusive Play Area Plan (2025). The works will be advertised on the OPEN portal on behalf of Newcastle City Council.
Content: This report will seek approval to award the winning contractor from the OPEN invitation to tender for the Phase 3 Playground Improvement Works. The Newcastle City Council Phase 3 Play Schemes – Enhanced, Inclusive & Accessible Sites project involves the Design & Build refurbishment of 4 existing play areas at the following locations: · Tyne Riverside Country Park · Elswick Park · Blakelaw Park · City Stadium It is intended that the above play areas are substantially improved to become ‘Enhanced, Accessible and Inclusive’ facilities as identified in the Newcastle Accessible and Inclusive Play Area Plan (2025). The works will be advertised on the OPEN portal on behalf of Newcastle City Council. The recommendations were agreed as outlined in the attached report.
Date of Decision: August 19, 2026