This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

13 Oct 2025 at 14:28

Tender

23 May 2025 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the contract titled "Procure Planning Consultant for Port Eynon, Swansea" was recently completed by the City & County of Swansea. This contract involved the provision of services for a landscape and visual impact assessment, green infrastructure assessment, and heritage assessment for a proposed high ropes course at Port Eynon Beach Car Park, Swansea. The procurement, initially tendered on 23 May 2025 with a submission deadline of 23 June 2025, moved through an open competition method suitable for contracts below the threshold. The award for this service contract was made to TIR Collective Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise based in Cardiff. The contract, which commenced on 5 August 2025, is set to conclude on 19 December 2025, with the planning assessments targeted for completion to support a full planning application by 17 October 2025.

This tender offers significant potential for businesses specialising in architectural, construction, engineering, and consultancy services, especially those focusing on landscape and heritage assessments. Companies similar to TIR Collective Ltd, particularly small and medium enterprises able to operate under Welsh devolved regulations, could find opportunities for growth within this procurement space. The project entails not only technical assessments but also a chance to contribute to environmentally and visually sensitive design projects, which may serve as fertile grounds for companies looking to expand their portfolios in service delivery within the public sector. The structured open competition process provides an excellent platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering complex, multidisciplinary projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Copy of Contract To Procure Planning Consultant For Port Eynon, Swansea

Notice Description

To procure services for conducting a landscape and visual impact assessment, green infrastructure assessment, and heritage assessment, as well as to provide guidance and advice to support the design of the high ropes course and submit a full planning application for the project. Our aim is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the landscape and visual impacts of the proposed high ropes course, enhance the existing green infrastructure, and respect the heritage value of the site. We aim to ensure the design of the high ropes course is functional, safe, visually appealing, and environmentally compatible to support a successful planning application. Address Port Eynon Beach Car Park Port Eynon, Swansea SA3 1NNBefore tendering, bidders are advised to visit the site to ascertain all relevant conditions and means of access, to thoroughly acquaint themselves with the extent and nature of the project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05238a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064811-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£24,669 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
5 Aug 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City & County of Swansea
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TIR Collective Ltd

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