Planning

Gwynedd and Anglesey Structures & Coastal Maintenance Framework 2026

CYNGOR GWYNEDD

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Planning

19 Mar 2026 at 10:50

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30 Jan 2026 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Cyngor Gwynedd involves the Gwynedd and Anglesey Structures & Coastal Maintenance Framework 2026, focused on construction work and repair and maintenance services in the UK region. The initiative is in the planning stage with an engagement event set for 14th and 15th April 2026 at Council Offices in Penrhyndeudraeth and YGC Offices in Caernarfon. This framework agreement aims to support routine, reactive, planned, and emergency maintenance of structural and coastal assets. The formal tender process will commence with the publication of a contract notice later in 2026, guided by Welsh devolved regulations and UK public authority standards.

The tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in structural maintenance, marine and coastal engineering, geotechnical engineering, and civil engineering. With a substantial contract value of £4.8 million and a contract period beginning on June 1, 2026, through to May 31, 2030, this framework agreement encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs. The framework’s scope, including direct award and mini-competition methods, facilitates business growth through innovation, efficiency, and tailored solutions to meet insurance requirements and standards. Contractors with expertise in these areas can leverage their capabilities to secure long-term engagements and enhance their market presence.

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Notice Title

Gwynedd and Anglesey Structures & Coastal Maintenance Framework 2026

Notice Description

Gwynedd Council and Isle of Anglesey County Council are preparing to procure a new Structures & Coastal Maintenance Framework under the NEC4 suite of contracts. The Framework will support the routine, reactive, planned, and emergency maintenance of a wide range of structural and coastal assets across both counties. To engage with the market and ensure the framework design is realistic, deliverable, and aligned with contractor capacity, the Authorities will be holding a two-day pre-market engagement event, where suppliers can book individual 1:1 sessions with the project and procurement teams. The engagement aims to: Present the proposed framework structure; Share early details on the scope of works, NEC4 contract approach, and call-off mechanisms. Discuss selection methods, including direct award and mini-competition. Obtain market feedback on risks, specialist capabilities, resource availability, pricing approaches and constraints (including marine, tidal and difficult-access works). Understand contractor capacity for emergency response and rapid mobilisation. This engagement will help refine the tender documents prior to the Contract Notice being published. The engagement is suitable for contractors with experience in any of the following: Structural maintenance and repair Marine and coastal engineering Geotechnical engineering (including difficult-access works) Highway structures and emergency/reactive maintenance Marine access, tidal working and temporary works Civil engineering in constrained or sensitive environments SMEs are encouraged to participate. The two-day event will consist of pre-booked 1:1 sessions. Each contractor will have an opportunity to: Discuss proposed Lots, contract types and work order processes Provide feedback on deliverability, pipelines and capacity Raise queries on standards, KPIs, social value expectations and insurance requirements Highlight innovations, efficiencies, and market conditions Comment on the practicalities of direct award vs mini-competition Sessions are confidential and not shared between suppliers.

Planning Information

The two‑day event will be held on the 14th and 15th April 2026. The 14th April at Council Offices in Penrhyndeudraeth, 15th April at YGC Offices in Penrallt, Caernarfon. They will consist of pre‑booked 1:1 sessions. Each contractor will have an opportunity to: Discuss proposed Lots, contract types and work order processes Provide feedback on deliverability, pipelines and capacity Raise queries on standards, KPIs, social value expectations and insurance requirements Highlight innovations, efficiencies, and market conditions Comment on the practicalities of direct award vs mini‑competition Sessions are confidential and not shared between suppliers. Following the engagement event, the Councils will: Refine the Framework documentation (Scope, Lot structure, KPIs, and procurement strategy) Finalise tender documents and Contract Data Publish a Contract Notice later in 2026 to commence the formal procurement process

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061332
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025035-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 May 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CYNGOR GWYNEDD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAERNARFON
Postcode
LL55 1SH
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL32 Gwynedd
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Gwynedd
Electoral Ward
Canol Tref Caernarfon
Westminster Constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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