---
title: "Bute Dock Caisson Repairs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0688eb"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-04-22"
---

# Bute Dock Caisson Repairs

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0688eb

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## Summary

The public procurement process was initiated by the Welsh Government for the "Bute Dock Caisson Repairs" project, requiring a qualified contractor to undertake repairs in the historic Cardiff Bay area. This project falls under the "works" category, specifically in construction and repair services. The procurement method was classified as limited competition below threshold, with final award status marked as complete on 22nd April 2026. Contract execution commenced on 22nd May 2026 and is set to conclude by 3rd September 2027. This tender was managed by the Corporate Procurement Services of the Welsh Government, situated in Cardiff, and adhering to Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and repair sector, particularly those with expertise in historical site projects. The rigorous selection was aimed at ensuring precision in restoring a key heritage area, making firms like Edwards Diving Services Ltd, contracted for this award, exemplary candidates. Small to medium-sized enterprises with proven experience in similar works are encouraged to find such opportunities as lucrative avenues for reputational growth and increased market presence in government contracts.

## Notice

Welsh Government requires a specialist contractor with proven relevant experience of working in an historic dock, to design and construct repairs to the upper sections of the caisson sufficient located within the historic Cardiff Bay area which is part of the former port of Cardiff, established during the Industrial Revolution to become one of the country's primary docks for the shipment of coal, iron and other resources.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036761-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 May 2026 - 3 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £134,742 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EDWARDS DIVING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 15:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036761-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036761-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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