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Contract for General Works as part of a wider Swansea Market external entrance improvements scheme

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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26 Jan 2026 at 14:25

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Contract for General Works as part of a wider Swansea Market external entrance improvements scheme" was conducted by the City & County of Swansea. This contract, within the construction industry category, encompassed general works including the strip out of redundant electrical services, provision of new services, and installation of new finishes. The project is located in Swansea, UK, focusing on market entrances at Oxford St, Whitewalls, and Union St. The procurement used a limited method, suitable for below-threshold contracts, and has now reached the award stage. Key dates include the award and signing of the contract on 26th January 2026, with the project period running until 24th July 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs in the construction industry, particularly those involved in building and civil engineering works. The project requires expertise in the removal and installation of electrical and structural components, offering a chance for businesses to demonstrate their capability and expand their portfolio within public sector projects. Companies similar to Martin Taffetsauffer Building & Civil Engineering Contractors Ltd, which succeeded in securing this contract, will find such opportunities beneficial for growth. The procurement process highlights the potential for local and regional contractors to participate in public improvement projects, increasing their visibility and credibility in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for General Works as part of a wider Swansea Market external entrance improvements scheme

Notice Description

General works contract as part of a wider Swansea Market external entrance improvements scheme (Oxford St, Whitewalls and Union St). The work will include strip out of redundant electrical services and finishes, provision of new services, installation of new wall and ceiling finishes, preparation of street opening for new roller shutters and other general works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060eb4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006715-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£85,987 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 24 Jul 2026 1-6 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
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Sarah Lawton
Contact Email
sarah.lawton@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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARTIN TAFFETSAUFFER BUILDING & CIVIL ENGINEERING CONTRACTORS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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