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15 Jul 2025 at 09:37

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea, a public authority governed by Welsh devolved regulations, is inviting bids for a contract titled "Contract for Schedule Monuments: Archaeological Investigations". The focus of this tender is on archaeological investigations and historic building records at Foxhole River Staithes and Clyne Arsenic and Copperworks. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting excavation work at archaeological sites and architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 5th August 2025 at 12:00 PM. Interested parties should take note of the enquiry period ending on 31st July 2025. The value of the contract is estimated at £48,000 gross. The process follows an open competition method, accessible via E-tenderWales.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological, architectural, and construction services. Companies with experience in working on scheduled monument sites will have a competitive edge. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The award criteria emphasise quality aspects such as experience, management capabilities, and reporting structures, along with a focus on competitive pricing. This contract offers a chance for businesses to expand their portfolio through engagement with public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Contract for Schedule Monuments: Archaeological Investigations

Notice Description

Archaeological Investigations and Historic Building Record at Foxhole River Staithes, and Clyne Arsenic and Copperworks

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055f02
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039801-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Aug 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
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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

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