Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is inviting tenders for a contract titled 'Contract for Electrical works at Fforesthall', within the works industry category, aimed at properties under a regeneration scheme in Swansea. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open competition method below the threshold. Key dates include an enquiry period ending 9th June 2025, and a tender submission deadline on 12th June 2025. The contract period is set to begin on 11th August 2025 and conclude on 10th August 2026. This process suits the application of Welsh devolved regulations requiring electrical subcontractors to engage works such as insulating external walls and upgrading electrical elements within designated properties.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in electrical wiring, fitting, and installation services. Companies specialising in these areas can significantly benefit from participating, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as the suitability criteria include these entities. The contract is valued at £45,000, encouraging competitive pricing while ensuring quality work. Businesses equipped to manage electrical work in tenant properties are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for business growth under Welsh devolved laws. Engaging in this tender could enhance business visibility and expand professional capabilities within the region.

Tender

Contract for Electrical works at Fforesthall

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

29th May 2025 10:29:31 AM

Tender Deadline

12th June 2025 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

Properties within regeneration scheme are tenanted 2/3 Bed semi-detached Properties and 2 storey Flats. External Wall fabric is Traditional Cavity Wall Construction made up of an internal Blockwork Skin, 50mm Cavity and a pebble dashed Blockwork / brickwork external façade. The scheme includes Swansea council insulating the external walls to each property with 100mm insulation. For Swansea council to achieve this, it will be required by the electrical subcontractor to remove and make safe any electrical accessories from the externals and reinstate once works have been completed. Where the properties have external meter cupboards at present, these will require upgraded 25mm tails and 16mm CPC run from internally to the newly positioned meter cupboards. Any properties that at present don’t have external lighting will require newly installed cabling, containment, light fittings and any other items for a complete installation.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0528b0

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Open Competition

Procurement Category

Works

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

Buyer Name

Andrew Smith

Buyer Email

Andrew.smith@swansea.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Civic Centre

Swansea

SA1 3SN

United Kingdom

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Contract for Electrical works at Fforesthall

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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