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title: "Capital Development Professional Consultancy Framework"
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# Capital Development Professional Consultancy Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WALES TRINITY SAINT DAVID  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0666e2

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## Summary

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) Group, along with Pembrokeshire College, has initiated the Capital Development Professional Consultancy Framework. This public procurement process involves the establishment of an Open Framework Agreement for consultancy services related to capital development, divided into seven distinct Lots, including project management, quantity surveying, architecture, and structural engineering, among others. The tender is following the Open Framework Procedure outlined by the Procurement Act 2023, with a procurement method categorised as open. Interested parties are invited to submit their bids via the Sell2Wales portal, with the deadline for tender submission set for 24 April 2026. Key locations involved in this process include the Carmarthen Campus, Graig Campus at Llanelli, and Merlins Bridge in Haverfordwest, all situated in the region of UKL14. The contracts under the framework will be awarded by 29 May 2026 and could continue until 2034, following an initial four-year framework period, with possible extensions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the construction and consultancy industries, offering potential growth and partnership with renowned educational institutions in Wales. Suitable candidates include consultants with expertise in areas such as project management, surveying, engineering, and architecture. The framework allows businesses to bid on one or multiple Lots, creating flexibility and encouraging participation from Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). With a total potential contract value of up to £18 million, this initiative promises an extensive scope of work, thus appealing particularly to firms seeking to expand their footprint within public undertakings governed by Welsh devolved regulations. Businesses looking to innovate and adapt their practices in line with sustainability and regulatory standards will find this tender an attractive proposition for long-term collaboration and expansion within the UK market.

## Notice

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) Group and Pembrokeshire College wish to establish an Open Framework Agreement for the Provision of Capital Development Professional Consultancy. The Framework Agreement is divided into seven (7) Lots: * Lot 1 - Project and programme management (inc. Lead Consultant role) * Lot 2 - Quantity Surveying / Cost Consultancy * Lot 3 - Building Surveying (Condition & Lifecycle) * Lot 4 - Architecture and Design * Lot 5 - M&E / Building Services Consultancy * Lot 6 - Principal Designer / H&S Consultancy * Lot 7 - Structural Engineering The Group intends to appoint a maximum of six (6) Consultants per Lot. Tenderers may submit responses for one or multiple Lots, provided they have the capacity and capability to meet the requirements of each Lot. Tenderers must clearly indicate which Lot(s) they are bidding for. This procurement is being conducted via the Sell2Wales portal. All relevant documents, including the Invitation to Tender (ITT) and associated materials, are available exclusively in electronic format through the Sell2Wales website. The procurement process will follow the Open Framework Procedure, as outlined in the Procurement Act 2023. The ITT and its associated materials have been structured to ensure fair and equal treatment of all tenderers. Bidders must adhere to the specified format and order when completing their responses to enable consistent evaluation. Bidders are advised to read the entire ITT carefully prior to submission. Failure to follow the instructions for completion or submission may result in disqualification from the process.

### Lot Information

Project and programme management (inc. Lead Consultant role)

* Lead or support the end-to-end delivery of capital projects. * Develop project execution plans, stakeholder engagement strategies, and governance models. * Monitor performance against time, cost, quality, and risk parameters. * Ensure compliance with internal approval gateways and funding conditions. *Please note: UWTSD reserves the right to appoint a Lead Consultant, on a project-by-project basis, to coordinate multi-disciplinary services where appropriate. The Lead Consultant may be selected from any relevant sub-lot. Tenderers are required to declare their proposed coordination uplift percentage in the Pricing Schedule (Appendix B), which shall apply only where the role is instructed.

Quantity Surveying / Cost Consultancy

* Provide feasibility-level cost estimates. * Monitor budgets, tender returns, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle. * Undertake value engineering where appropriate. * Report on financial status to project boards and funders.

Building Surveying (Condition & Lifecycle)

* Inspect and report on the condition, compliance, and lifecycle of buildings and fabric. * Prepare specifications and schedules of work for repairs, refurbishments, and alterations. * Administer construction and maintenance contracts, including valuations and certification. * Advise on statutory compliance, building regulations, and health and safety. * Support feasibility studies, option appraisals, and asset management planning. * Contribute to CDM compliance and act as Principal Designer where required. * Provide post-completion inspections and advise on defect resolution.

Architecture and Design

* Prepare architectural concept designs, planning drawings, and technical working drawings. * Ensure that designs meet institutional briefs, comply with planning and regulatory requirements, and reflect sustainability, accessibility, and operational considerations. * Liaise with statutory consultees (e.g. planning, fire, access). * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate architectural proposals with M&E and structural inputs. * Provide input to design risk assessments and CDM documentation.

M&E / Building Services Consultancy

* Develop designs for mechanical, electrical, and public health services, including heating, ventilation, lighting, power, and building management systems. * Prepare and carry out performance specifications, load assessments, and system integration plans. * Ensure design aligns with energy efficiency and decarbonisation goals, including net zero strategies. * Coordinate with architectural and structural designers and contribute to clash detection processes using BIM where applicable. * Support commissioning, snagging, and handover stages as needed. * Advise on energy efficiency, decarbonisation strategies, and operational optimisation. * Provide ongoing technical guidance, feasibility studies, and specialist consultancy throughout the project lifecycle.

Principal Designer / H&S Consultancy

* Deliver the Principal Designer role under the CDM Regulations 2015. * Coordinate and manage pre-construction information, design risk registers, and CDM documentation. * Ensure ongoing health and safety oversight throughout project stages. * Conduct audits, advise on risk assessments, and ensure contractor compliance. * Support training and incident reporting as required.

Structural Engineer

* Provide structural design and analysis services for new build, refurbishment, and alteration projects. * Undertake structural condition and stress assessments, including evaluation of load capacity, structural integrity, and signs of distress, fatigue, or failure. * Undertake structural inspections, surveys, and condition assessments of existing structures, including appraisal of structural slabs, frames, and load-bearing elements, and RAAC/RACS investigations where applicable. * Develop structural solutions that are safe, compliant, buildable, and aligned with project constraints. * Prepare structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports suitable for planning, tender, and construction stages. * Advise on structural risks, constraints, temporary works, and buildability considerations. * Liaise and coordinate with architectural, M&E, and other consultancy disciplines. * Provide input into feasibility studies, option appraisals, and technical due diligence. * Support statutory approvals and compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations. * Attend site visits, design team meetings, and provide construction-stage technical support where required. * Contribute to CDM compliance, including design risk assessments and residual risk information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030085-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000,000 |
| Lots value | £15,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF WALES TRINITY SAINT DAVID |
| Additional buyers | COLEG SIR GAR; PEMBROKESHIRE COLLEGE |
| Locality | CARMARTHEN |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA31 3EP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL42 South West Wales |
| Local authority | Pembrokeshire |
| Electoral ward | Haverfordwest: Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Mid and South Pembrokeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 70 - Real estate services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 70000000 - Real estate services
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 07:40 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030085-2026
- 20 Mar 2026 at 11:26 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025660-2026
- 12 Mar 2026 at 10:17 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022184-2026
- 11 Mar 2026 at 08:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021605-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030085-2026
  1st April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025660-2026
  20th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022184-2026
  12th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021605-2026
  11th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=363370
  UWTSD2526.235 Document 2 - Tender Specification docx
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=363371
  Appendix_B_Pricing_Schedule
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=363372
  UWTSD2526.235 - Appendix 1 - General Project Management and Estates Consultancy
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=363373
  UWTSD2526.235 - Appendix 2 - Locations
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=364526
  Clarification Questions (up to 20/03/2026)
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=364530
  V1. Framework Agreement
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=364532
  V3. Document 1, Tender Info and Instructions
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=365271
  UWTSD2526.235_Clarification Question Log_30March26

## Notice URLs

- http://www.csgcc.ac.uk
- http://www.pembrokeshire.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/
- https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/

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