Tender

Swansea Waterfront Winterland

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Tender

18 May 2026 at 09:33

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea has initiated an open procurement process titled "Swansea Waterfront Winterland," seeking experienced operators to manage their flagship festive attraction. This service procurement, under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, will occur in Swansea, UK, covering three seasonal periods from November 2026 to January 2029, with a potential extension to January 2031. The procurement method is an open competition, categorised under fair and amusement park services, and operates within the below threshold category with a light-touch regime. The tender phase concludes on 26th June 2026, with enquiries accepted until 19th June 2026. The contract's total estimated gross value is £620,000, within which £500,000 represents the net amount.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs to participate in a high-profile public event, fostering long-term business growth through potential extensions and increased public visibility. The open nature of this below-threshold competition encourages diverse business entries, especially those specialising in event management, amusement services, and public entertainment solutions. Quality and pricing form the core evaluation criteria, providing businesses a balanced ground to showcase service excellence and competitive pricing strategies. Successful participation can position businesses as key players in the local entertainment industry, supported by the city’s endorsement and visibility through a notable public event.

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Notice Title

Swansea Waterfront Winterland

Notice Description

Swansea Council invites tenders from experienced operators to deliver Waterfront Winterland, the city's flagship festive attraction. The contract will cover three seasonal periods: November 2026 to January 2027, November 2027 to January 2028, and November 2028 to January 2029. This forms the contract period from 2026 to 2029, with an option to extend for a further 24 months (2030-2031), subject to performance, quality, and Council approval.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069ac0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045247-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92331000 - Fair and amusement park services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 2-3 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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