Afon Cwm Penamnen Hydro Expression of Interest

NATURAL RESOURCES WALES

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Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

Natural Resources Wales is currently inviting expressions of interest for the "Afon Cwm Penamnen Hydro Expression of Interest" as part of an active procurement process under the tender stage. This initiative targets the development of a hydro-electricity proposal within the NRW Estate, located in Cardiff, UK. Key details include a procurement method described as 'Below threshold - open competition,' ensuring an inclusive opportunity for various bidders. Interested businesses can submit their proposals via the Sell2Wales portal by 15th July 2026, with the enquiry period closing a week earlier on 8th July 2026. This project falls under the industry category 'Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy' and aims at a long-term contract commencing on 1st January 2027.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, as it covers a sustainable energy sector with potential for ongoing revenue generation through hydro-electric power. The nature of the project, which involves entering a lease agreement tied to a percentage of gross revenue, provides an innovative financial structure that benefits forward-thinking energy developers. Enterprises specialising in renewable energy, construction, and environmental engineering will find this tender particularly fitting given the development's focus on sustainability and long-term energy solutions. Moreover, the social value criteria underscore the importance placed on quality and community impact, appealing to businesses that prioritise eco-friendly and societal benefits.

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Notice Title

Afon Cwm Penamnen Hydro Expression of Interest

Notice Description

Dyma gyfle i ddatblygu cynllun trydan dwr ar ystad CNC. Byddai'n golygu cytuno ar brydles ar gyfer defnyddio'r safle, gan gynnwys hawl tramwy ar gyfer gwaith adeiladu, cynnal a chadw a datgomisiynu. Byddai'r brydles yn ei gwneud yn ofynnol i'r datblygwr dalu rhent blynyddol ar gyfer defnyddio'r safle, yn seiliedig ar ganran o'r refeniw gros a grewyd gan y cynllun. This is an opportunity to develop a hydro-electricity proposal on the NRW Estate, within the areas defined by the red boundary. The development opportunity would involve entering a lease for use of the site, including a right of access for construction, maintenance, and decommissioning. The lease would require the developer to pay an annual market rent for the use of the site based on a percentage of the gross revenue generated by the scheme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bb4c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059052-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2057 Over 5 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
NATURAL RESOURCES WALES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
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
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

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