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South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2)

CARDIFF COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

23 Jul 2026 at 12:03

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

28 May 2026 at 14:16

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff Council is in the planning stage of establishing the South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2), a project aimed at delivering technical and professional services within the construction consultancy sector. The procurement, currently in the pre-market engagement phase, is valued at £200 million (gross value of £240 million) and targets the UK location, with specific attention to Wales, under the oversight of sub-central government regulations. A pre-market supplier engagement exercise is scheduled, and written questionnaires must be submitted by 5 August 2026. Submissions are to be made through Proactis, following references related to the SEWTAPS 2 framework. The framework is slated to begin on 1 April 2027 and conclude on 31 March 2031.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction consultancy services, offering a framework agreement that promises value for money and potential enhanced value through professional service delivery. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the framework aligns with Cardiff Council's focus on engaging smaller entities capable of providing innovative solutions tailored to the specific requirements of the South East Wales region. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in delivering high-quality, cost-effective consultancy services stand to benefit from this framework, which seeks to address both current needs and future market demands within the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2)

Notice Description

Cardiff Council is aiming to establish the 2nd iteration of the South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2). The provision of Technical and Professional Services that offers Potential Customers value for money and added value for Construction Consultancy Services. This is a Pre-Market Engagement exercise, not a call for competition. Please see documents for further details.

Planning Information

The Pre-Market Supplier Engagement will consist of written questionnaires, which can be accessed and submitted via Proactis at the following link: https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login Reference: ERFX1008866 - South East Wales Technical and Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS2) Pre Market Engagement The deadline for submissions is 05/08/2026 12:00 noon Further engagement may be requested in the form of follow up questions or meetings. The Market engagement with customers and suppliers will include areas to understand the market, review current and future needs, identify potential structures for the new framework and determining the most appropriate approach to maximise value for money. The Council has already undertaken some lesson learnt engagement. As part of pre-market engagement, further potential customer feedback will also be undertaken.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a7e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069683-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 4UW
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Butetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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