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Support for Development of Canolfan Pentre Awel

CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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06 Jan 2026 at 14:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Support for Development of Canolfan Pentre Awel" was conducted by Carmarthenshire County Council, a public authority under sub-central government, located in Carmarthen, United Kingdom (UKL14). The tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on research, development, and related consultancy services, aiming to enhance the life sciences sector's presence within Canolfan Pentre Awel. The procurement method employed was direct, without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract, which started on 1st October 2025, is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, and the award was made to Hywel Dda University Health Board. The tender has reached the award stage, and the contract is still active as of the latest update on 6th January 2026.

Opportunities for business growth are prevalent for firms operating within the life sciences industry. This particular tender offers an excellent chance for large-scale organisations like Hywel Dda University Health Board to enhance their market footprint by taking on consultancy roles aimed at boosting tenant occupancy for the Canolfan Pentre Awel project. With engagements tailored to reaching specific occupancy goals, life sciences companies focused on research and development could find avenues for expansion by leveraging the strategic objectives set forth by Carmarthenshire County Council. This opportunity is especially suitable for businesses capable of providing comprehensive market support and partnership strategies in the specified region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Support for Development of Canolfan Pentre Awel

Notice Description

We have commissioned Hywel Dda University Health Board to support Carmarthenshire County Council to market Canolfan Pentre Awel specifically to the life sciences sector with a view to securing tenants in Canolfan to reach 90% occupancy by the end of Year 3 of operation to ensure that the overall business case for the project is achieved.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06002a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000704-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,815 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
alexwilliams@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 1JP
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)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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