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Bidders should access the conditions of participation ITT (itt_121099) which will provide full instructions and guidance for how to access the other ITTs NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=157683 (WA Ref:157683) The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia." }