This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 May 2026 at 15:17

Tender

20 Mar 2026 at 17:40

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Contract for Annual Clearance Of Vegetation On Footpaths and Bridleways." This public service contract, crucial for maintaining clear pathways across Swansea and Gower, falls under the horticultural and vegetation management category. The procurement was conducted using an open competition method and was below threshold. The procurement stage has now moved from tender to award, with contracts signed on 21st May 2026. The service period for the contract runs from 27th May 2026 to 31st October 2026, covering two areas. The primary contact for the buying organisation, located at the Civic Centre in Swansea, is Chris Dale, reachable via email. The total contract value is approximately £35,701.19, split across two lots.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in horticultural services, particularly those focusing on weed-clearance and green area maintenance. Companies like small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), or those with capabilities in compliance and safety, would be well-suited to participate had the tender still been open. Engaging in such public contracts can offer stability and visibility to growing businesses, especially those looking to establish or expand their presence in the Welsh public service sector. With a focus on safety, compliance, and competitive pricing in the evaluation criteria, businesses adept in these areas stand to gain from actively pursuing similar opportunities in future tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Contract for Annual Clearance Of Vegetation On Footpaths and Bridleways

Notice Description

Contract for Annual Clearance Of Vegetation On Footpaths and Bridleways Area 1 - SwanseaArea 2 - Gower

Lot Information

Area 1

Area 1 - Swansea

Area 2

Area 2 - Gower

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0670d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048213-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services


CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77312000 - Weed-clearance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£31,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AINSTY TIMBER MARKETING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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