Tender

UWTSD2526.236 - Principal Designer

UNIVERSITY OF WALES TRINITY SAINT DAVID

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is inviting bids for a principal designer role in the procurement process designated as UWTSD2526.236. This tender seeks a design team to tackle two primary projects: alterations to Unit 3, Technium 1 based in Swansea, and the conversion of a teaching and learning building in Carmarthen into a café. Classified under the services industry, this open procurement method targets architectural and engineering design services. The tender period concludes on 8th January 2026, with the award anticipated by 19th January 2026. Interested parties should submit electronic responses via the Sell2Wales platform, ensuring timely submissions to prevent last-minute issues.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for firms in architectural and engineering design sectors to expand their portfolios by working with a reputable educational institution. Businesses that specialise in architectural design, mechanical and electrical design, and related services are well-suited to compete. The projects provide a chance to showcase expertise in adapting existing structures for new purposes and collaborating on public sector projects, enhancing business growth and reputation in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UWTSD2526.236 - Principal Designer

Notice Description

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) seeks a design team to undertake the role of Principal Designer for the following projects:* Project 1: Alterations to Unit 3, Technium 1 (Swansea)Unit 3, Technium 1, Kings Road, Swansea, SA1 8PH* Project 2: Teaching & Learning Building - Cafe Conversion (Carmarthen)College Road, Carmarthen, SA31 3EPSubmissions should demonstrate capability and approach across the following design disciplines:* Architectural design, including delivery of the Principal Designer role.* Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) design.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=158703.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (WA Ref:158703)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-158703
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=158703
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71220000 - Architectural design services

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

71320000 - Engineering design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20256 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF WALES TRINITY SAINT DAVID
Contact Name
Heidi Davies
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1267676767

Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 3EP
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)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town West
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

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