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Summary of the contracting process

Swansea University is seeking a qualified electrical contractor for the "SU140(26) PV Phase 2 Installation Works," which involves photovoltaic system installations and associated works on two buildings—Singleton Campus Keir Hardie and the Wales National Pool. This procurement falls under the industry category of electrical installation work and is located in Swansea, UK. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submission deadlines updated recently to end by 26th May 2026. The procurement is conducted as an open competition below threshold, allowing electronic submissions, and targets works with a gross value of £400,000.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses in the electrical contracting industry, particularly those with expertise in health and safety compliant installations within occupied buildings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, with the evaluation criteria emphasising cost at 70% and quality at 30%. The project provides a platform for businesses to strengthen their portfolio in delivering substantial infrastructure projects in the higher education sector, thereby enhancing their market reputation and opening up potential future engagements with public institutions.

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Notice Title

SU140(26) PV Phase 2 Installation Works

Notice Description

Swansea University is looking to appoint a suitably qualified electrical contractor to deliver the PV works together with amended controls systems, network connections and associated builders work in connection. The project scope covers 2 buildings - Singleton Campus Keir Hardie and the Wales National Pool. The works will be undertaken within occupied buildings and a health and safety compliant methodology and delivery strategy will need to be agreed with the client team prior to the works commencing. The University reserves the right to reduce the scope of works down to one or more buildings. This will be completed with the involvement of the winning contractor

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068150
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042610-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£333,333 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£333,333 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 1 Sep 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
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
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
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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