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title: "Swansea Waterfront Winterland"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069ac0"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA"
published: "2026-05-18"
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# Swansea Waterfront Winterland

Buyer: CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069ac0

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## Summary

The City & County of Swansea has initiated an open procurement process titled "Swansea Waterfront Winterland," seeking experienced operators to manage their flagship festive attraction. This service procurement, under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, will occur in Swansea, UK, covering three seasonal periods from November 2026 to January 2029, with a potential extension to January 2031. The procurement method is an open competition, categorised under fair and amusement park services, and operates within the below threshold category with a light-touch regime. The tender phase concludes on 26th June 2026, with enquiries accepted until 19th June 2026. The contract's total estimated gross value is £620,000, within which £500,000 represents the net amount.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs to participate in a high-profile public event, fostering long-term business growth through potential extensions and increased public visibility. The open nature of this below-threshold competition encourages diverse business entries, especially those specialising in event management, amusement services, and public entertainment solutions. Quality and pricing form the core evaluation criteria, providing businesses a balanced ground to showcase service excellence and competitive pricing strategies. Successful participation can position businesses as key players in the local entertainment industry, supported by the city’s endorsement and visibility through a notable public event.

## Notice

Swansea Council invites tenders from experienced operators to deliver Waterfront Winterland, the city's flagship festive attraction. The contract will cover three seasonal periods: November 2026 to January 2027, November 2027 to January 2028, and November 2028 to January 2029. This forms the contract period from 2026 to 2029, with an option to extend for a further 24 months (2030-2031), subject to performance, quality, and Council approval.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045247-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| 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 | CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA1 3SN |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | TLL18 Swansea |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92331000 - Fair and amusement park services

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 09:33 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045247-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045247-2026
  18th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dobusiness
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/go/29406157019E2ACFEC61
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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