Award

Contract for the Mumbles Additional Railings

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

13 Apr 2026 at 14:08

Tender

24 Jul 2025 at 08:44

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea has awarded a contract for the installation of additional railings in the Mumbles area, specifically between Knab Rock and Verdi's café. This award marks the completion of the procurement stage and involves "METAL POLISHING ENGINEERS LIMITED" as the designated supplier. The procurement process followed an open competition under the category of works, focusing on the removal and replacement of damaged railings with new "marina" style stainless steel alternatives, as well as the relocation of bins and life rings. The contract, valued at £195,454.00 excluding VAT, commenced on 19th January 2026 and concluded on 1st April 2026. The project aligns with the legal framework established in the UK, under jurisdiction 2023/54, emphasizing compliance with Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specializing in structural steelworks, sea defences, and safety equipment installations. The requirement for high-quality fencing and coastal-defence enhancements suggests that companies with expertise in these areas, especially SMEs, would have been particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, the successful vendor being an SME highlights the opportunity for smaller enterprises to secure government contracts and expand their portfolio. The involvement in a project of this nature allows businesses to showcase their capabilities in contributing to public safety and infrastructure developments, potentially opening doors to further contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Contract for the Mumbles Additional Railings

Notice Description

The project comprises of the removal of the existing damaged and rusted railings, with new 'marina' style stainless steel railings. The addition of a gate at each of the stairs to allow access when required. The new railings are to be brought forward 300mm from the edge of the wall to both increase the width of the promenade and to increase safety. Two bins and two life rings to be brought forward to the new railing location and match with existing in area. Location:- Between Knab Rock, Mumbles Road, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4EN and Verdi's cafe, Knab Rock, Mumbles Road, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4EE.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056514
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033356-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45223100 - Assembly of metal structures

45223110 - Installation of metal structures

45223210 - Structural steelworks

45243000 - Coastal-defence works

45243500 - Sea defences construction work

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£195,454 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 1 Apr 2026 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METAL POLISHING ENGINEERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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