Tender

Contract for the Execution of Groundworks and Drainage

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 13:53

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is actively seeking proposals for a contract focused on groundworks and drainage, specifically in Sketty, Swansea, under public authority directives governed by Welsh devolved regulations. This tender is in the active stage, with submission deadlines set for 27th February 2026 and enquiries closing by 18th February 2026. Classified under the 'works' industry category, this contract involves excavating, earthmoving, and drainage work. The estimated contract value is approximately £85,000 net, with gross value documented at £102,000. The procurement process is open and competitive, targeting below-threshold applications, thereby welcoming a wider range of bidders to participate.

This tender presents a promising avenue for companies specialising in construction, earthmoving, and drainage operations to expand their portfolios within Swansea and potentially establish long-term working relationships with local government authorities. Businesses with expertise in project-specific management, CDM Regulations, and adhering to quality specifications in construction projects could gain leverage in this competitive bidding process. The procurement method promotes inclusivity for businesses of varying scales through electronic submissions, enabling wide access to participation, thus fostering growth and new business opportunities within the region.

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Notice Title

Contract for the Execution of Groundworks and Drainage

Notice Description

Contract for the Execution of Groundworks and Drainage, Sketty, Swansea

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064f1c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012918-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45111240 - Ground-drainage work

45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work

45232452 - Drainage works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20263 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Lynsey Davies
Contact Email
lynsey.davies@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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