Hiya, I'm not familiar with any expected protocol for this type of project, know what you might of already tried or what the criteria of the grant is but would personally approach it individually, as you've described
- Seating area & sand pit - Landscapers, carpentry, local handcrafters, personal sourcing.
- Floor markings, mirrors & chalkboard - playground specialists, local handcrafters.
- Woodland area
I'm thinking the three quotes are needed to ensure quality at a competitive price?
Could you set the project agenda to find three quotes on:
1. What it would cost for you to buy all the equipment from the 'highstreet & employ a certified person to fit.
2. Outsourcing the entire project.
3. Bring in quotes from companies on the 3 job areas in hand so they can source, purchase and fit - invite
tenders?
Commissioning seems to be what you're up against. Maybe look at contacting a few people involved with your
Local woodland trust and enquire with your local council who a play area coordinator/contact might be - who do they use for their playground needs?
Lancashire
Landscape design
Lancashire
playground
Keep in touch with your grant providers - it's possible if you encounter problems they may be able to suggest solutions.
Do you know the sort of look you want?
Consultancy may eat up your grant so finding out as much as you can will be a sizeable advantage.
Playground seating,
sandpit,
playground mirrors, Chalkboards can be professionally supplied or a tin of suitable paint -
Pendlewood.com's chalkboard. Woodland areas have many considerations, regardless of size. Speaking with those passionate about wooded environments and their residents is a good way to go
Hth, very interested to hear how things develop for you
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