Tender

SU112(26) Sketty Lane Track Resurfacing & Lighting Works

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 13:11

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process initiated by Swansea University focuses on the "SU112(26) Sketty Lane Track Resurfacing & Lighting Works," aimed at upgrading the Sketty Lane track with a full overlay resurfacing and installing energy-efficient LED floodlighting. This procurement, classified under construction work for sports and leisure facilities, operates under an open procurement method below the threshold, with a submission deadline on 6th March 2026. The contracting process is at the Tender stage and the works are located in the UK, specifically in Swansea, Wales (UKL18 region). The project, valued at approximately £700,000 gross, is expected to start on 13th April 2026 and conclude by 30th June 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction businesses that specialise in leisure and sports facilities upgrades or energy-efficient solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is suitable for such entities. Businesses that can deliver high-quality track resurfacing and advanced lighting solutions, while staying competitive on cost, are well-positioned to benefit from this contract. Given the competitive nature of the tender with a cost-quality evaluation approach (70% cost and 30% quality), companies that can balance cost-efficiency with service excellence may gain substantial growth and visibility in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SU112(26) Sketty Lane Track Resurfacing & Lighting Works

Notice Description

Full overlay resurfacing of the existing athletics running track, including preparation of the current surface and installation of a new track system, associated track drainage works, including improvements and modifications required to ensure effective surface water run-off. Upgrade of the existing lighting infrastructure to modern, energy-efficient LED floodlighting, including removal of redundant lighting, installation of new LED. The works are intended improve energy efficiency and extend the operational lifespan of the facility.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a0f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010940-2026
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

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities

45212220 - Multi-purpose sports facilities construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£583,333 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£583,333 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
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
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@swansea.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
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
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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