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title: "South West Wales Regional Civil Engineering Contractors Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-035704"
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buyer: "CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# South West Wales Regional Civil Engineering Contractors Framework

Buyer: CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-035704

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## Summary

The Carmarthenshire County Council, in collaboration with several local councils including Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea, is planning a procurement process for the "South West Wales Regional Civil Engineering Contractors Framework". This tender falls under the works category, specifically focusing on construction-related activities. The initial phases of this procurement process are currently underway, with key support initiatives scheduled for September 2022, including pre-tender workshops and a live-tender webinar. The project aims to define the lotting structure for various civil engineering works across the region, specifically targeting the areas of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea.

This framework presents significant opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the construction sector, particularly those proficient in civil engineering and related construction works. The inclusion of value-banded lots for various project sizes makes it easier for smaller businesses to compete. Businesses that specialise in areas such as demolition, road maintenance, and public lighting will find ample bidding opportunities. Engaging with the support offered by Business Wales will further assist applicants in preparing competitive bids, thereby fostering growth potential within the region.

## Notice

PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A PRIOR INFORMATION NOTICE and NOT AN INVITATION TO TENDER. Carmarthenshire County Council in association with Ceredigion County Council, Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, Pembrokeshire County Council and Swansea Council ('the Councils') wish to appoint suitably qualified Contractors for the delivery of civil engineering related construction projects across the region. The Framework will include value-banded and geographical/regional lots for Civil Engineering Works (e.g. Very Small, Small, Medium and Large Civils Work) as well as lots for Specialist Civils Work (e.g. Demolition, Public Lighting, Lining & Road Marking, Surfacing, Ground Investigations, Marine Works, Traffic Management). However, at this stage, the arrangement and lotting structure are still under development and may be subject to change. Final details will be published in the tender documentation, together with details of Community Benefits, measures for the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act and Decarbonisation policy agenda.

### Lot Information

County-specific lots for Civil Engineering Works

The Framework will include value-banded and geographical lots for Civil Engineering Works (e.g. Very Small Civils Work 0 - 50,000 GBP and Small Civils Work 0 - 400,000 GBP). A key addition proposed for this new Framework will be the inclusion of county-specific lots for very small civil works for up to 50,000 GBP in value. The Councils wish to encourage Small & Medium Businesses to bid for a place on these lots. Please see the Framework Information presentation attached to this Notice for more details of the types of works required in the Very Small lots. However, at this stage, the lotting structure is still under development and may be subject to change. Final lot details will be published in the tender documentation.

Regional lots for Civil Engineering Works

The Framework will include regional value-banded lots for Civil Engineering Works (e.g. Medium Civils Work 400,000 - 2,000,000 GBP and Large Civils Work 2,000,000+ GBP). Please see the Framework Information presentation attached to this Notice for more details. However, at this stage, the lotting structure is still under development and may be subject to change. Final lot details will be published in the tender documentation.

Specialist Lots for Civils Works

The Framework will include lots for specialist civils work such as: - Demolition - Public Lighting - Lining & Road Marking - Surfacing - Ground Investigations - Marine Works (Excluding Coastal) - Traffic Management Please see the Framework Information presentation attached to this Notice for more details. However, at this stage, the lotting structure is still under development and may be subject to change. Final lot details will be published in the tender documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020653-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Sep 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA; CYNGOR SIR CEREDIGION COUNTY COUNCIL; NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL; PEMBROKESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARMARTHEN |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA31 1JP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | TLL14 South West Wales, TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot, TLL18 Swansea |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 34923000 - Road traffic-control equipment
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work
- 45111100 - Demolition work
- 45111250 - Ground investigation work
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork
- 45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads
- 45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads
- 45233130 - Construction work for highways
- 45233131 - Construction work for elevated highways
- 45233139 - Highway maintenance work
- 45233200 - Various surface works
- 45233210 - Surface work for highways
- 45233221 - Road-surface painting work
- 45233223 - Carriageway resurfacing works
- 45233228 - Surface coating construction work
- 45233250 - Surfacing work except for roads
- 45233251 - Resurfacing works
- 45233300 - Foundation work for highways, roads, streets and footpaths
- 45233310 - Foundation work for highways
- 50232000 - Maintenance services of public-lighting installations and traffic lights
- 50232100 - Street-lighting maintenance services
- 63712000 - Support services for road transport
- 63712700 - Traffic control services
- 71351500 - Ground investigation services
- 98363000 - Diving services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2022 at 14:03 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020653-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.carmarthenshire.gov.wales
- http://www.ceredigion.gov.uk
- http://www.npt.gov.uk
- http://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk
- http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dobusiness
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=122125
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0254
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0255
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0274
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0281
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0491

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