---
title: "Independent Distribution Network Operator for Newport Celtic Lakes Development."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-038af0"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2022-12-06"
---

# Independent Distribution Network Operator for Newport Celtic Lakes Development.

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-038af0

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## Summary

The Welsh Government is seeking an independent Distribution Network Operator for the Newport Celtic Lakes Development project. The tender involves designing, building, and operating a new High Voltage Substation to provide power to the entire site. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an Initial Engagement Workshop scheduled for January 2023. The deadline for confirming attendance is January 16th, 2023. The procurement timeline includes issuing the tender in May 2023, with further details provided at the workshop. The project is part of the Construction work for electricity power lines industry category and is located in Celtic Lakes, Newport.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses specializing in construction works for electricity power lines to compete. Companies with expertise in designing and operating high voltage substations would be well-suited for this project. The procurement method involves a competitive tender process with future communication expected in May 2023. The Welsh Government is the buying organisation and will oversee the procurement process, offering the opportunity for interested parties to participate in the project, which is aimed at enhancing power infrastructure in the Newport area.

## Notice

The Welsh Government (the Employer) is seeking to appoint an independent Distribution Network Operator to: Design, Build and Operate a new High Voltage Substation to provide power to the whole site.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Welsh Government (the Employer) is seeking to appoint an independent Distribution Network Operator to: Design, Build and Operate a new High Voltage Substation to provide power to the whole site at Celtic Lakes Newport. The proposed timeline including Procurement and Delivery Stages are as follows; Prior information Notice Issued - Dec 2022 Initial Engagement Workshop - Jan 2023 Issue of Tender - TBC but likely May 2023, further information to be provided at the Initial Engagement Workshop Tender Submission - TBC Award of Contract - TBC Delivery Stages Begin - 2024 onwards - 25MW available from NGED from 2026

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034460-2022 |
| 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 | 6 Dec 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | CAERDYDD / CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 3NQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | TLL21 Monmouthshire and Newport |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines

## Release History

- 6 Dec 2022 at 11:54 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034460-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://wales.gov
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=127220
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0007

## Provenance

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