Tender

Contract for Voice Entry Systems

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Tender

09 Jan 2026 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is currently in the tendering phase for a public procurement contract titled "Contract for Voice Entry Systems". The procurement process aims to replace communal entry doors and frames at various locations across Swansea. Classified under the "Building installation work" and "Construction work" categories, this project provides an open competition procurement method, with a total gross value estimated at £60,000. Interested parties should be aware that the deadline for tender submissions is set for 6th February 2026, while inquiries must be submitted by 30th January 2026. This project falls under the jurisdiction of the Welsh devolved regulations, with the contract slated to commence on 5th May 2026 and conclude on 2nd June 2026.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in building and construction works, particularly those capable of providing high-quality installations within the specified timeframe. The open procurement method facilitates participation from a wide range of companies, including SMEs and VCSEs, promoting inclusivity and competition. By engaging in this tender, businesses can enhance their portfolios, potentially increase their turnover, and establish or expand their presence in the public sector market. The weighting of criteria, heavily favouring price with 70%, offers an advantageous position for competitively priced tenders, while also considering quality metrics such as project management and compliance with CDM Regulations 2015.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for Voice Entry Systems

Notice Description

Swansea Council (the Employer) intends to replace the communal entry doors and frames at various locations in Swansea. The Works include the installation of new and replacement of existing entry doors and frames

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060278
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001719-2026
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45300000 - Building installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 2 Jun 2026 30 days
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
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Chris Brynant
Contact Email
chris.brynant@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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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