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Client Project Management Services for the National Lottery Heritage Fund project Reimagining Margam Castle

NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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03 Feb 2026 at 12:09

Summary of the contracting process

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is seeking tenders for the provision of Client Project Management Services for the 'Reimagining Margam Castle' project, supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure for interested parties. The project, which is in the services category within the construction and consultancy sectors, is located in Port Talbot, UKL17, with a total gross value of GBP 360,000. It spans from the consultant’s appointment in 2026 until December 2027 for the Development Phase, and from Spring 2028 until the end of 2031 for the Delivery Phase. Key dates include a tender submission deadline of 20th April 2026 and an award decision by 16th June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for qualified and experienced businesses in the consultancy and project management sectors, particularly those specialising in heritage and historical building projects. Organisations able to demonstrate strong experience in similar past projects, a comprehensive approach to service delivery, and effective risk management will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, considerations for social value and inclusion will be beneficial. SMEs are encouraged to participate, offering a route for growth by contributing to a high-profile heritage project with potential long-term engagement through both the Development and Delivery Phases, contingent on the project's successful advancements and approvals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Client Project Management Services for the National Lottery Heritage Fund project Reimagining Margam Castle

Notice Description

Following a successful Round 1 application to The National Lottery Heritage Fund, funding has been secured for the 'Development' phase of Reimagining Margam Castle. This project runs until December 2027. Funding has been granted for specialist consultancies and resources to develop a Round 2 application to The National Lottery Heritage Fund, if successful this will unlock the full grant. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council invites Tenders from suitably qualified and experienced organisations to provide Client Project Management Services. Development Phase (RIBA 2-3) will run from the consultant's appointment to December 2027. Delivery Phase (RIBA 4-6) is anticipated to run from Spring 2028 to end 2031 (incl. defects rectification).This appointment includes a break clause; continuation to the Delivery Phase will depend on performance, obtaining all required permissions and consents, and a successful Round 2 pass.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061544
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009414-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2031 Over 5 years
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
NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
m.c.anderson@npt.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORT TALBOT
Postcode
SA13 1PJ
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)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot

Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Aberavon
Westminster Constituency
Aberafan Maesteg

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