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Summary of the contracting process

The South East Wales Technical and Professional Services Framework, managed by Cardiff Council, is in the contract update stage with a recent modification notice dated 29 May 2026. This framework caters to construction consultancy services across various UK locations, with a focus on the South East Wales region (UKL). The procurement covers several industry categories, including site supervision, master planning, and urban design, with the contract’s timeline extending for 2160 days. Businesses are invited to engage in the framework through an open procurement method, allowing the participation of diverse entities including local authorities, central government departments, educational bodies, and NHS trusts throughout Wales.

This procurement framework presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for consultancies involved in construction consultancy services. Businesses specializing in areas such as site supervision and urban planning can benefit from the framework's broad scope, which facilitates the engagement of both SMEs and large-scale enterprises. The framework is designed to offer value through a comprehensive service provision that supports a multitude of public sector requirements. Companies listed already, such as Mott MacDonald and Tetra Tech, indicate the high calibre and competitive nature of the suppliers involved. Engaging in this framework can enhance business profiles and expand networks with government and public sector partners across Wales.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

(Lot 10 Modification Notice) South East Wales Technical and Professional Services

Notice Description

This opportunity was to establish and host a Framework Agreement for the provision of Technical and Professional Services to UK Public Sector Clients (the "Potential Customers"). The key objective of this procurement process is to secure a high quality Technical and Professional Services that offers Potential Customers value for money and added value in the services being provided. The Framework will consist of a number of Construction Consultancy disciplines (lots 1 - 10), as well as a Neutral Vendor Managed service provision (lot 11). The requirements have been split into a total of 11 separate lots to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers across the following range of distinct disciplines: 1. Multi-discipline 2. Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants 3. Transportation Consultants 4. Ground and Water Consultancy 5. Estates and Residential Development Professional Services 6. Site Supervision 7. Aviation Consultants 8. Geotechnical Consultants 9. Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy 10. Master Planning/ Urban Design 11. Neutral Vendor Managed Service

Lot Information

Neutral Vendor Managed Service

Provision of a Neutral Vendor Managed Service (NVMS) for the delivery of Specialist Professional Services. The Managed Service Provider(s) will support Contracting Authorities requirements for consultancy projects and professionals and the management of the Supply Chain delivering the requirements. The main focus of services required will link back to construction including Marketing, Systems, Finance, Procurement, Social Value, FM consultancy, however, the range of services is extensive to this Framework. The Managed Service Provider(s) will be required to deliver all services through their supply chain of consultants/professionals outlined below. This is not an exhaustive and may change depending on requirements by each contracting authority: Construction Consultancy Services Corporate, Policy, Audit and Finance Procurement Social Value Marketing, Media & Communications ICT, Transformation and Change Education, Learning and Curriculum Energy Consultancy Adult Care Services Children's Services Commercialisation & Public Services Organisational Change and Transformation Management Facilities Management Housing & Communities Business Strategies HR Law Further details on the services are detailed in the Invitation to Tender Pack.

Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants

Provision of Civil and Highway Engineering Practices able to provide a suitable, professionally qualified resource to undertake potential commissions. The Practices appointed to this lot are able to provide the following disciplines; A. Civil Engineering Consultancy B. Highway Engineering Consultancy Further details on the services required are detailed in the Invitation to Tender Pack.

Multi-Disciplinary

(This is a modification notice) The Framework will consist of a number of Construction Consultancy disciplines (lots 1- 10), as well as a Neutral Vendor Managed service provision (lot 11). The requirements have been split into a total of 11 separate lots to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers across the following range of distinct disciplines: 1. Multi-discipline 2. Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants 3. Transportation Consultants 4. Ground and Water Consultancy 5. Estates and Residential Development Professional Services 6. Site Supervision 7. Aviation Consultants 8. Geotechnical Consultants 9. Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy 10. Master Planning/ Urban Design 11. Neutral Vendor Managed Service (not extended)

Transportation Consultancy

(This is a modification notice) The Framework will consist of a number of Construction Consultancy disciplines (lots 1- 10), as well as a Neutral Vendor Managed service provision (lot 11). The requirements have been split into a total of 11 separate lots to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers across the following range of distinct disciplines: 1. Multi-discipline 2. Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants 3. Transportation Consultants 4. Ground and Water Consultancy 5. Estates and Residential Development Professional Services 6. Site Supervision 7. Aviation Consultants 8. Geotechnical Consultants 9. Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy 10. Master Planning/ Urban Design 11. Neutral Vendor Managed Service (not extended)

Ground and Water Consultancy

(This is a modification notice) The Framework will consist of a number of Construction Consultancy disciplines (lots 1- 10), as well as a Neutral Vendor Managed service provision (lot 11). The requirements have been split into a total of 11 separate lots to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers across the following range of distinct disciplines: 1. Multi-discipline 2. Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants 3. Transportation Consultants 4. Ground and Water Consultancy 5. Estates and Residential Development Professional Services 6. Site Supervision 7. Aviation Consultants 8. Geotechnical Consultants 9. Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy 10. Master Planning/ Urban Design 11. Neutral Vendor Managed Service (not extended)

Estates and Residential Development Professional Services

Provision of Estates and Residential Professional Services Consultancies to provide a suitable, professionally qualified resource to undertake potential commissions. Further details on the services required are detailed in the Invitation to Tender Pack.

Site Supervision

(This is a modification notice) The Framework will consist of a number of Construction Consultancy disciplines (lots 1- 10), as well as a Neutral Vendor Managed service provision (lot 11). The requirements have been split into a total of 11 separate lots to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers across the following range of distinct disciplines: 1. Multi-discipline 2. Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants 3. Transportation Consultants 4. Ground and Water Consultancy 5. Estates and Residential Development Professional Services 6. Site Supervision 7. Aviation Consultants 8. Geotechnical Consultants 9. Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy 10. Master Planning/ Urban Design 11. Neutral Vendor Managed Service (not extended)

Aviation Consultancy

Provision of Aviation Consultancy Practices able to provide a suitable, professionally qualified resource to undertake potential commissions. Further details on the services detailed in the Invitation to Tender Pack.

Geotechnical Consultancy

Provision of Geotechnical Practices able to provide a suitable, professionally qualified resource to undertake potential commissions. Further details on the services required are detailed in the Invitation to Tender Pack.

Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy

(This is a modification notice) The Framework will consist of a number of Construction Consultancy disciplines (lots 1- 10), as well as a Neutral Vendor Managed service provision (lot 11). The requirements have been split into a total of 11 separate lots to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers across the following range of distinct disciplines: 1. Multi-discipline 2. Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants 3. Transportation Consultants 4. Ground and Water Consultancy 5. Estates and Residential Development Professional Services 6. Site Supervision 7. Aviation Consultants 8. Geotechnical Consultants 9. Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy 10. Master Planning/ Urban Design 11. Neutral Vendor Managed Service (not extended)

Master Planning and Urban Design

(This is a modification notice) The Framework will consist of a number of Construction Consultancy disciplines (lots 1- 10), as well as a Neutral Vendor Managed service provision (lot 11). The requirements have been split into a total of 11 separate lots to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers across the following range of distinct disciplines: 1. Multi-discipline 2. Civil and Highway Engineering Consultants 3. Transportation Consultants 4. Ground and Water Consultancy 5. Estates and Residential Development Professional Services 6. Site Supervision 7. Aviation Consultants 8. Geotechnical Consultants 9. Archaeological/Cultural Heritage Consultancy 10. Master Planning/ Urban Design 11. Neutral Vendor Managed Service (not extended)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a697
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050756-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

66122000 - Corporate finance and venture capital services

66514120 - Marine, aviation and other transport insurance services

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71311220 - Highways engineering services

71314000 - Energy and related services

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

71332000 - Geotechnical engineering services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

72222300 - Information technology services

75110000 - General public services

79100000 - Legal services

79212000 - Auditing services

79342000 - Marketing services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

79993100 - Facilities management services

80000000 - Education and training services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£450,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Apr 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cardiff Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 4UW
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Butetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
65
Supplier Names

AECOM Limited

AECOM Ltd

AHR ARCHITECTS LTD

ARCADIS CONSULTING (UK) LIMITED

ATKINS LTD

Alder King LLP

Alistair Burroughs Design Partnership Ltd

Amey OW Limited

Arcadis Consulting

Arcadis Consulting (UK) Ltd

Atkins

Avison Young (UK) Ltd

BDP

BDP (Building Design Partnership) Ltd

Bruton Knowles LLP

COOKE & ARKWRIGHT

Capita Property & Infrastructure Ltd

Collaborative Project Management Services Limited

Constellia Public Ltd

Cotswold Archaeology

Cotswold Archaeology Ltd

Curtins Consulting Ltd

Cushman & Wakefield Debenham Tie Leung Ltd

DRAC CONSULTING LTD

DRAC Consulting

Egis Transport Solutions Limited

Expedite Project Services Limited

Expedite Project Services Ltd

GMR Aviation Consulting Ltd

HELIOS TECHNOLOGY LTD

Jacobs UK Ltd

Jeremy Benn Associates Ltd

Jones Lang LaSalle Ltd

Knight Frank LLP

Local Transport Projects

Local Transport Projects Ltd

MACE LTD

Matrix SCM

Mott MacDonald

Ove Arup & Partners

Ove Arup & Partners Ltd

Powell Dobson Architects

Powell Dobson Architects Ltd.

RHOMCO CONSULTING LTD

RPS Consultancy Services Ltd

RPS Consulting Services Ltd

Ramboll UK Limited

Rhomco Consulting

Savills (UK) Ltd

Stantec UK

Stantec UK Limited

Stride Treglown

Sweco UK Ltd

Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech Europe

The Environment Partnership

The Environment Partnership (TEP) Ltd

The Urbanists

The Urbanists Ltd

VALUATION OFFICE AGENCY

WARDELL ARMSTRONG

WSP UK

WSP UK Limited

Wardell Armstrong LLP

Waterco Ltd

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