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Margam Green Roof Shelter

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council

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17 Jul 2026 at 08:51

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Summary of the contracting process

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is procuring works to replace the existing hand-feeding shelter at Margam Country Park, Port Talbot, with a biodiverse green-roof shelter. The project covers design and construction of a metal or timber structure, ground preparation, a concrete foundation, removal and replacement of around 8 metres of livestock fencing, and native or locally appropriate wildflower planting. The contractor must remove and later reinstall the existing handwashing facilities, provide a temporary handwashing station during construction, and install an accessible route or ramp where required. The works also include bilingual safety and handwashing signage, habitat features such as wood mounds, rockeries and water areas, and a 12-month maintenance programme for planting, watering and plant replacement.

The procurement has reached tender: the council invited quotations through a below-threshold open competition. Questions must be submitted by 14:00 on 17 August 2026, and quotations must be received by 14:00 on 24 August 2026. The contract period is 21 September 2026 to 31 January 2027, with completion anticipated by 1 January 2027 and a 12-month defect correction period after completion. The estimated value is £41,000 excluding VAT, or £49,200 including VAT. There is one lot. Evaluation is based on quality at 60% and cost at 40%. The works are intended to include design from September, construction and planting during November and December 2026.

This opportunity suits small and medium-sized contractors able to combine construction, landscaping, green-roof installation and planting. Relevant experience or knowledge of green infrastructure and delivery of similar projects is essential. The supplier will need to design and build a watertight structure capable of supporting the saturated green-roof load, using the GRO Code and suitable materials, while coordinating plant choices with the council’s Biodiversity Team. Capability must cover concrete foundations, fencing, handwashing and access works, temporary facilities, signage and post-installation maintenance. The work also requires evidence of compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, Welsh building regulations including accessibility requirements, relevant British Standards, fire safety requirements including BS EN 13501-1, the Equality Act 2010 and wider health and safety legislation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Margam Green Roof Shelter

Notice Description

1. INTRODUCTION Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (the "Council") is seeking to appoint the services of a contractor, to deliver a green roof shelter structure as part of its 'Local Places for Nature' funded projects. The project is looking at new ways of turning 'grey to green' by using nature as a way to combat the effect of climate change; help us deal more effectively with issues relating to noise and air pollution, and nature emergency. The project will use the best practices obtained through similar projects throughout the county borough. 2. BACKGROUND INFORMATION The existing shelter located at Margam Country Park is need of replacement, and will be replaced with a new green roof shelter to enhance the biodiversity in this hand feeding area for livestock. The project will be managed by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, led by the Countryside and Wildlife Team Biodiversity Officers. The existing structure is approximately 8m Long by 4.5m Wide, and 2.5M tall. It is Enclosed on three sides, has multiple signage posters and 3 wash basins on the inside. The back wall is used as a fence for an existing paddock for livestock. 2.1 LOCATION The project is located at the hand feeding station with Margam Country Park, Port Talbot SA13 2TJ. 2.2 PROJECT TIMESCALE The Council are looking for a suitable contractor to complete the works, as detailed below, within an anticipated timescale of completion no later than Jan 2027. Works is to start September 2026 for design and then construction, with planting to occur Nov-Dec. 3. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS This entails the construction of a metal or timber shelter able to support a wildflower (Biodiverse) green roof, including the necessary ground preparation works and concrete pad. The structure must adhere to all building standards and utilise the specifications within the GRO code. (GRO-Code-2021-Anniversary-Edition.pdf). The project shall include the removal, relocation and reinstallation of the existing handwashing facilities. All works shall be carried out in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, all relevant British Standards, fire safety requirements including BS EN 13501-1, and applicable health and safety legislation. Accessible handwashing facilities shall be provided in accordance with Part M of the Building Regulations (Wales) and Approved Document M. At least one wash-hand basin shall have a maximum rim height of 850 mm, provide clear knee space beneath, be fitted with easy-use taps, and have sufficient clear floor space to enable use by wheelchair users. The contractor shall ensure that access to the handwashing facilities complies with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 and relevant accessibility standards. Where necessary to provide an accessible route and meet duties relating to reasonable adjustments, the contractor shall design, supply and install a suitable access ramp, including any required handrails, landings and associated works, to ensure safe and inclusive access for wheelchair users and persons with limited mobility. All accessibility provisions shall meet the duties for reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act 2010. The project aims to expand on existing good practice within the county, supports local flora and fauna; contributes positively to the removal of air pollution; and improves the overall look and feel around the feeding station area of Margam Country Park. The contractor will be required to complete the works following the elements described below: 1. The constructor will remove the existing shelter, the existing washing facilities are to be repurposed where possible. [RR1.1] 2. A flat concrete pad will need to be installed as a base for the green roof structure. 3. Removal of a livestock fence is also required as this backs onto the structure, and will need to be replaced. ( Approximately 8m livestock fencing. This is to be confirmed with the Margam Park Team) 4. Working closely with the Biodiversity team and using the GRO code, the contractor will construct and install a green roof shelter, enclosed on the back and one side. Plant selection is required to be pre-agreed with Biodiversity teams. Including habitat sites such as wood mounds/rockeries, areas for water. 5. Working closely with the council, the contractor will be required to comply with any relevant CDM Regulations and consider the required need for future inspection and maintenance of the structure. 6. The contractor will be required to ensure that the shelter is watertight and able to support the saturated weight of a green roof. 7. To ensure the success and longevity of this project, the contractor will need to include a maintenance programme (inclusive of plant replacement and watering) for the first 12 months following installation. 8. Design and installation of new bilingual signage within the structure (How to wash hands, Safety for pregnant women around sheep, handwashing after handling animals sign) Knowledge and/or experience in Green Infrastructure and the delivery of a similar project/s is essential. 4. DELIVERABLES The contractor will be expected to provide: 1. Removal of existing shelter, whilst keeping the existing washing facilities for reinstallation later. 2. Installation of a temporary handwash station during construction 3. Install new livestock fence. 4. Install a foundation for the green roof shelter. 5. Construct a green roof shelter including native and local providence wildflower planting. All features to include the provision and planting of plants. 6. Reinstall washing facilities/access in line with Equality's Act 2010 and Building regulations. 7. Evidence that CDM Regulations, building standards, fire regulations and relevant legislation in relation to the nature of the structure have been followed 8. Create and install new signage to replace the old hand washing signage 9. A 12-month maintenance programme post-installation, to ensure the successful establishment of the plants as well as making sure the installed structure is watertight, safe and fully functioning 10. Completion of the works anticipated to take place before or on 1st Jan 2027 with a defect correction period of 12 months post completion. Request for Quotation documentation to be requested from Sarah Williams at s.williams28@npt.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd62
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067501-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

45 - Construction work

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

CPV Codes

03419100 - Timber products

45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas

45112713 - Landscaping work for roof gardens

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£41,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Sep 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORT TALBOT
Postcode
SA13 1PJ
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot
Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Aberavon
Westminster Constituency
Aberafan Maesteg

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