Tender

Contract for Swansea Grand Theatre - Auditorium Seating Contract (Phase 1)

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Tender

03 Jun 2025 at 11:33

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is seeking to appoint a specialist contractor for the first phase of the Auditorium Seating Contract at Swansea Grand Theatre. This opportunity falls within the categories of construction, furniture and furnishings, and repair and maintenance services. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage and follows an open procurement method. Notably, this contract is below the threshold for open competition. Interested parties should submit their proposals electronically by 1st July 2025, with an enquiry period ending on 24th June 2025. The contract period will span from August 2025 to September 2026, reflecting a structured approach to refurbishing the theatre’s seating to improve accessibility and comfort.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs operating within the fields of construction and furnishings. The emphasis on enhancing customer experience through improved seating design offers potential for businesses specialising in design and ergonomic seating solutions. Furthermore, with a gross contract value of £350,000, the project provides a substantial financial incentive for businesses with expertise in theatre refurbishments or similar public service projects. Businesses with a robust project management framework, strong construction design management capabilities, and competitive pricing strategies will be well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Title

Contract for Swansea Grand Theatre - Auditorium Seating Contract (Phase 1)

Notice Description

We seek to appoint a specialist contractor to refurbish the seating within the main auditorium with a view of improving the customer experience by enhancing the accessible seating (increase provision), and to improve the quality and comfort i.e. leg room and width of the seats without having a major impact on the overall seating capacity. We aim to undertake this work in planned phases to eradicate disruption to the programme of events.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052b6b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029469-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45000000 - Construction work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 1 Sep 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Bobby Grey
Contact Email
procurement@swansea.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
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

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