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title: "Procurement of a Contractor for the Cynon Gateway Link Road Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051457"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC"
published: "2025-12-17"
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# Procurement of a Contractor for the Cynon Gateway Link Road Project

Buyer: RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051457

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## Summary

Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC is undertaking a procurement process for the construction of the Cynon Gateway Link Road Project, a strategic initiative poised to connect communities and complement existing infrastructure. The procurement is currently in the 'tender' stage, launched on 17th December 2025, with expressions of interest due by 23rd January 2026. The project is located north-west of Aberdare, between Llwydcoed and Penywaun, within the region UKL15 in Wales. The work involves significant construction and engineering services with an estimated contract value of £50 million to £60 million GBP. The process follows a competitive flexible procedure, divided into a three-phase tender approach, and the project aims to commence by the end of December 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses adept in civil engineering and construction, particularly those capable of handling large-scale infrastructure projects. Given the project value and the phased tender approach, companies that can demonstrate an innovative approach to planning and execution will be well-suited to compete. The procurement encourages demonstrated capabilities in engineering and construction, offering an avenue for firms specialising in site preparation and civil works to expand their business portfolio and establish a presence in South Wales. Submissions will be assessed on technical, commercial, and social value criteria, providing an opportunity for companies to differentiate their offerings through quality and cost-effective solutions.

## Notice

The Cynon Gateway is a long-standing aspiration for RCTCBC, initially conceived as a key strategic link to the Welsh Govt A465 dualling scheme and included as part of the wider scheme but to be delivered by RCTCBC. The aspiration was and remains to construct a link road to connect the A4059 Aberdare Bypass, east of Penywaun to a new roundabout at Croesbychan (constructed as part of the A465 heads of valleys scheme). The proposed scheme seeks to reduce traffic through the communities of Llwydcoed and Penywaun, as well as create an important new gateway to the Cynon Valley and complement the dualling of the A465 Heads of the Valleys Road. The proposed scheme is located approximately 2.6 km north west of Aberdare and lies between the communities of Llwydcoed to the east and Penywaun to the west. This notice sets out the process the Council intends on following under the Competitive Flexible Procedure.

### Planning Information

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council are intending to hold a contractor engagement event on Friday 17th October at Cynon Suite, Valleys Innovation Centre, Abercynon, CF45 4SN at 10:30am
The event is not to shape the procurement process but to give suppliers/contractors an overview of the requirements before the tender process commences and to invite queries on but not limited to, the procurement strategy, the project scope and the contract.
If there were any major concerns or issues raised during the event that may affect the smooth delivery of the contract, then RCTCBC may consider amending the documents accordingly.
If suppliers are interested in attending this event, please can you register your interest on eTenderwales Project Reference: 60727 https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/go/374873020199B9DD0A05 by 12 noon 15th October 2025. 
Please also indicate whether you wish to communicate with us via the Welsh language, so we can make the necessary arrangements. Please note that due to venue constraints, only three representatives from each organisation can attend.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083985-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000,000 |
| 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 | RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC |
| Locality | PONTYPRIDD |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF37 4TH |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Pontypridd Town |
| Westminster constituency | Pontypridd |
| Delivery location | TLL15 Central Valleys |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71300000 - Engineering services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2025 at 15:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083985-2025
- 6 Oct 2025 at 15:26 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062627-2025
- 15 May 2025 at 11:39 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021705-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083985-2025
  17th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062627-2025
  6th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021705-2025
  15th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/go/374873020199B9DD0A05
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.html
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.htmlsearchitt_122111
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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