--- title: "Senedd Future Accommodation" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-043d59" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-043d59" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-043d59.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-043d59.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SENEDD CYMRU / WELSH PARLIAMENT" published: "2025-01-28" --- # Senedd Future Accommodation Buyer: SENEDD CYMRU / WELSH PARLIAMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-043d59 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-043d59) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-043d59.json) ## Summary The Senedd Cymru / Welsh Parliament has initiated the procurement process for future office accommodation under the project titled "Senedd Future Accommodation". This procurement falls under the construction industry category and is located in Cardiff Bay, Wales. The project is currently at the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 3rd March 2025. This competitive dialogue process invites bidders to submit proposals for the design and lease or acquisition of approximately 11,000sqm of office space, located close to the existing Senedd building. The procurement documents outline the requirements for the infrastructure, security, and facilities needed to support Members of the Senedd and their staff. Interested parties are encouraged to note the deadline and details provided for submission of expressions of interest and proposals. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in construction, real estate development, architecture, and property management. Companies with expertise in creating secure, high-capacity office spaces with integrated infrastructure will find this project particularly suited to their capabilities. Additionally, businesses that can provide cost-effective, sustainable, and community-benefit-driven solutions will be highly competitive in this procurement process. The project aims to enhance local employment prospects, support SMEs, promote diversity and inclusion, and ensure environmentally sustainable practices, making it a strategic opportunity for businesses keen on growing their portfolio in public sector projects. ## Notice The Senedd is seeking to procure future accommodation for Members of the Senedd and supporting staff. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Senedd is seeking to procure accommodation, which should be circa 11,000sqm with at least 90% of its capacity in close proximity to the existing Senedd building. The accommodation must: - Allow for all required direct infrastructure links between the two buildings. - Be in sufficient close proximity to, and provide for, the secure free flow of Senedd Members and staff between this accommodation and the Senedd building to allow Members to effectively conduct and partake in Senedd business in the debating chamber. The accommodation should provide space for: - A population of circa 900 people - A secure entrance and reception suitable for conducting airport style security checks - Offices of various sizes and designs - Committee, conference and meeting rooms - Catering facilities with multiple service lines - Hospitality facilities - Space for hosting functions and smaller events - Education facilities and public space - ICT, Broadcasting and systems infrastructure - Car parking facilities The accommodation will be required to meet particular physical security requirements that are commensurate with the Senedd being critical national infrastructure. The specific details of such security requirements will be disclosed to qualifying participating bidders during the course of dialogue. Further information in relation to the Senedd's requirements is set out in V1.3 of this notice and in the procurement documents, which are available to download. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002852-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | 29 Sep 2024 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SENEDD CYMRU / WELSH PARLIAMENT | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF99 1SN | | 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 | Butetown | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL Wales, TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 28 Jan 2025 at 15:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002852-2025 - 28 Feb 2024 at 09:52 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006340-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0424 - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146013 - https://www.senedd.wales.org/abthome/abt-procurement.htm ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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