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title: "Llanelli Otter Strategy"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066078"
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buyer: "CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Llanelli Otter Strategy

Buyer: CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066078

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## Summary

Carmarthenshire County Council successfully completed the procurement process for the "Llanelli Otter Strategy," aimed at undertaking an ecological assessment in Llanelli, Wales. The objective was to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, planning guidance, and specific requirements from National Resources Wales. This procurement, which falls under the category of services and involves wildlife preservation, was awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd., a large consultancy firm based in London. The contract commenced on 2nd March 2026 and will run until 31st March 2027, focusing specifically on consultative engineering and environmental impact assessments. The process utilised a direct procurement method below the competition threshold, signifying its tailored approach to specific ecological needs.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for companies proficient in ecological consulting and environmental strategy planning. Businesses specialising in wildlife preservation, environmental impact assessments, and construction-related environmental consultancy are particularly well-suited to engage in similar contracts and should consider positioning themselves as strategic partners for future opportunities within the Welsh region. Firms like Ove Arup highlight the advantage of a large scale and established expertise in delivering highly specialised services to local governments and authorities, making them competitive candidates for similar future opportunities. Active engagement with local authorities and demonstrating compliance with devolved Welsh regulations can open doors to securing further projects.

## Notice

Carmarthenshire County Council has appointed a consultant to undertake an Otter Strategy for the southern area of Llanelli in order to progress various planning applications and ensure compliance with National Resources Wales (NRW) requirements, planning guidance and environmental regulations, all of which mandate robust ecological assessments to protect species and habitats.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018763-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £94,975 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARMARTHENSHIRE 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 | TLL42 South West Wales |
| Local authority | Carmarthenshire |
| Electoral ward | Carmarthen Town North and South |
| Westminster constituency | Caerfyrddin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services
- 71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction
- 90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction
- 90712300 - Marine conservation strategy planning
- 90712400 - Natural resources management or conservation strategy planning services
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services
- 92534000 - Wildlife preservation services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 09:47 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018763-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018763-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.wales
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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