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NCC202500383 - Continuation of design and accommodation works by existing consultant.

NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL

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27 Feb 2026 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

Newport City Council has awarded a contract for the continuation of design and accommodation works related to the Newport Central scheme. This procurement, classified under construction-related services, was conducted through a direct award process due to historical funding arrangements and essential project continuity. The buying organisation, based in Newport, United Kingdom, initiated this procurement to maintain the timeline of its transport projects in South East Wales. The award was confirmed on 27th February 2026, with the contract period set from 1st March to 31st March 2026, highlighting the urgency and strategic importance of the ongoing development works. The project falls under the industry category of public authority, sub-central government, and adheres to Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and transport sectors, especially those capable of handling large-scale projects under tight deadlines. Transport for Wales Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been entrusted with delivering the services due to their specialised expertise and previous involvement with the scheme. This presents a substantial growth avenue for businesses offering specific design and accommodation solutions aligned with government transportation needs, particularly those with experience in managing complex interfaces and ensuring timely progression of public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

NCC202500383 - Continuation of design and accommodation works by existing consultant.

Notice Description

Transport for Wales (TfW) were commissioned by the Welsh Government to deliver the recommendations of the South East Wales Transport Commission (the 'Burns Commission'). Historically, WG funded the work of TfW Burns Delivery Unit directly, who have previously coordinated and procured all work in respect of the Newport Central scheme; however, as part of the transition programme for grant modernisation, from 25/26 part of the funding was awarded through the Local Transport Fund (LTF) to Newport City Council to progress some elements. There are significant project interfaces with wider work, including the TfW commissioned work on Malpas Rd. It is essential that continuity is maintained to remain on programme / grant window.

Procurement Information

As discussed with Simon Nicholls, under the Procurement act we are permitted to direct award on behalf of another contract authority which is considered to be a vertical arrangement, schedule 2 - exempted contracts. Historically, WG funded the work of TfW Burns Delivery Unit directly, who have previously coordinated and procured all work in respect of the Newport Central scheme; however, as part of the transition programme for grant modernisation, from 25/26 part of the funding was awarded through the Local Transport Fund (LTF) to Newport City Council to progress some elements. There are significant project interfaces with wider work, including the TfW commissioned work on Malpas Rd. It is essential that continuity is maintained to remain on programme / grant window.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065e64
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017955-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71500000 - Construction-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£538,196 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP20 4UR
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Allt-yr-yn
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRANSPORT FOR WALES

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