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Ceredigion - Maes-Y-Deri, Lampeter: Architectural Design Services for Mixed-Use Development

CYNGOR SIR CEREDIGION COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 18:21

Summary of the contracting process

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council has initiated an open procurement process for architectural design services for a mixed-use development in Lampeter, under the active tender phase. The project, titled "Ceredigion - Maes-Y-Deri, Lampeter: Architectural Design Services for Mixed-Use Development," seeks experienced design teams to create a comprehensive masterplan that includes up to nine residential dwellings, infrastructure, and a community pump track. Situated in the UKL14 region of the United Kingdom, this service contract, valued at approximately £24,125, invites submissions until the deadline on 22nd December 2025, with an enquiry period closing on 15th December 2025. The procurement is classified under architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the architectural and construction consultancy sectors, especially SMEs and those aligned with community development goals. The open competition invites diegesis that can deliver high-quality, inclusive residential and community space designs, making it especially suitable for firms with a strong track record in sustainable and innovative design solutions. As the process is below threshold for open competition, it provides an accessible opportunity for smaller firms aiming to secure a public sector project that supports local housing strategies and community engagement in Lampeter.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ceredigion - Maes-Y-Deri, Lampeter: Architectural Design Services for Mixed-Use Development

Notice Description

Ceredigion County Council is tendering to invite suitably experienced and qualified design teams to develop a comprehensive masterplan for a site in Lampeter. The proposed development will deliver up to nine residential dwellings, associated infrastructure, and a community pump track. The masterplan should carefully balance high-quality residential design, accessibility, and broader community benefits. The site forms part of a larger area designated for housing in the Local Development Plan (H0505). The proposed development must be carefully designed to ensure that it does not compromise or constrain future development on the adjacent plot.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eaa1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077887-2025
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,125 Under £100K
Lots Value
£24,125 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 20253 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 13 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CYNGOR SIR CEREDIGION COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
ymholiadau.caffael@ceredigion.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1545570881

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERAERON
Postcode
SA46 0PA
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)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Aberaeron and Aberarth
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

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