--- title: "Appointment of Operator for 8 Bedroom Family Friendly Accommodation, Retail Unit, Public Car Park, Play Area & Public Toilets at Pontneddfechan" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069189" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069189" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069189.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069189.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-25" --- # Appointment of Operator for 8 Bedroom Family Friendly Accommodation, Retail Unit, Public Car Park, Play Area & Public Toilets at Pontneddfechan Buyer: NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069189 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069189) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069189.json) ## Summary Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is conducting a procurement process for the appointment of an operator for a comprehensive visitor hub located in Waterfall Country, Pontneddfechan, in the Vale of Neath, UK. The procurement falls under the services category with a focus on commercial operations for amenities including an eight-bedroom family-friendly accommodation, a retail unit, a public car park, a children's play area, and public toilets. The tender was initiated as an open procedure, with key stages including an award date on 25th June 2026, a standstill period ending on 6th July 2026, and the contract period commencing on 1st September 2026, running for a 20-year term with an extension option for an additional five years. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in hospitality, retail, and tourism management sectors aiming to expand or establish presence in a vibrant tourist area. The project is particularly suited for companies capable of delivering an integrated visitor experience while being responsive to community needs and environmentally conscious. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, given the tailored award criteria focusing on commercial and quality aspects such as technical proposals, market targets, resident concerns, and sustainable practices. The successful bidder will not only gain long-term operational rights but also contribute substantially to local economic development and visitor satisfaction in the Waterfall Country gateway. ## Notice An award is being made by Neath Port Talbot Council for the appointment of commercial operators to for a 20 year lease (with the option to extend for a further 5 years) to run and maintain a new flagship offer in Waterfall Country Pontneddfechan in the Vale of Neath. Contract commencement date to be confirmed. This will consist of the complete management of the following: * An eight bedroom, family friendly visitor accommodation * A retail unit suitable for a farm shop or community shop * A 136 space public car park * A children's play area * Public toilets serving both the local community and visitors. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a fully integrated visitor hub at the gateway to Waterfall Country. The successful operator will have the opportunity to build a thriving business, enhance the visitor experience and play a key role in supporting the local community and economy. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: Option to extend for a further 5 years from initial term. Renewal: Option to extend for a further 5 years from initial term. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059685-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 24 Jun 2026 | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2046 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,401,816 | | Lots value | £7,401,816 | | Awards value | £7,401,816 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | PORT TALBOT | | Post town | Swansea | | Postcode | SA13 1PJ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL44 Neath Port Talbot | | Local authority | Neath Port Talbot | | Electoral ward | Aberavon | | Westminster constituency | Aberafan Maesteg | | Delivery location | TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | SGWD GWLADYS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 45212400 - Accommodation and restaurant buildings - 55200000 - Camping sites and other non-hotel accommodation - 55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services - 63513000 - Tourist information services - 98341000 - Accommodation services ## Release History - 25 Jun 2026 at 08:58 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059685-2026 - 5 May 2026 at 13:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041076-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059685-2026 25th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041076-2026 5th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.npt.gov.uk - https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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