MULTI USE GAMES AREA FOR HARDINGS PARK GILLINGHAM DORSET SP8 4HX

THE PROJECT Gillingham Town Council invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the construction of a new Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) at Hardings Park, Gillingham. The works will include installation of a tarmac sports surface, drainage infrastructure, perimeter fencing, sports line markings, LED floodlighting, and associated access improvements. The project must meet Sport England design principles, relevant British Standards, and planning conditions. Sustainable construction practices and inclusive design are essential requirements. Background and Objective Gillingham Town Council is undertaking this development to enhance community sport and recreation facilities in response to local demand. The MUGA will support multiple sports, including tennis, netball, and 5-a-side football. The selected contractor will deliver a high-quality, durable, and accessible facility with integrated lighting, line markings, and fencing to ensure safe, multi-sport use throughout the year. Location and Site Plan Hardings Park, Hardings Lane, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4HX Scope of Services The scope of work will include but is not limited to: • Site preparation and groundworks, including excavation and sub-base formation • Construction of a 70m x 40m tarmac MUGA with slip-resistant acrylic coating • Sports line markings for tennis, netball, and 5-a-side football • Installation of 3m high perimeter weldmesh fencing with gates and divider netting • Installation of 4x LED floodlights on 6m steel columns with controls • Surface water drainage including perimeter French drains • Access improvements including tarmac link paths and inclusive entry points • Provision and installation of sports equipment • Site safety, signage, and construction phase health and safety compliance • Coordination with planning conditions, utilities, and community stakeholders • Project management and quality assurance throughout construction Note: All works are subject to obtaining full planning approval. TENDER SPECIFICATIONS MUGA Dimensions Total MUGA Area: 70m x 40m = 2,800m² Excavate footprint and create a uniform plateau with pitch gradient in line with Sport England. Install geo-textile membrane and MOT Type 1 or Type 3 stone aggregates Surface Finish • Surface for all-weather, multi-sport use, slip-resistant (porus bitmac (tarmac) base layer followed by supersport porus macadam layer two-tone (e.g. dark green court with red surrounds) • Sports line marking for: - 4 x Netball courts (yellow lines) - 4 x Tennis courts (white lines) - 2 x 5-a-side football pitches (blue lines) Perimeter Fencing • Weldmesh fencing: 3m high, galvanised and powder-coated • One set of 3m wide double leaf gates • One single access gates for pedestrians/emergency access • All gates to be lockable and comply with RoSPA safety standards Floodlighting • 4x LED sports floodlights mounted on 6m steel columns • Average LUX level of 200 maintained across the playing surface • Control panel with timer override and manual control • Wiring to be installed in underground ducting, with all necessary electrical certification provided on completion Sports Equipment • Divider netting system between the two 5-a-side football pitches, retractable or fixed, for safe and separate play • Netball: 8 x removable galvanised netball posts and sockets • Tennis: 4 x central nets with tension wire and removable posts • Football: 4 x 3m x 2m galvanised steel goals with wheels and nets Drainage • Perimeter French drain system with appropriate outlets • Surface gradient for free drainage (1:100 slope) • All drainage to comply with SUDS requirements Access & Pathways • Link path: 1.2m wide tarmac access pathway to the MUGA from Riversmeet • Drop kerbs and level thresholds to allow for inclusive access Warranties & Maintenance • Minimum 5-year warranty on all surfacing and structural works • Manufacturer's warranty certificates for all installed equipment • Maintenance schedule and surface care guidance to be …