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title: "South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2)"
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published: "2026-07-23"
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# South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2)

Buyer: CARDIFF COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a7e4

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## Summary

Cardiff Council is in the planning stage of establishing the South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2), a project aimed at delivering technical and professional services within the construction consultancy sector. The procurement, currently in the pre-market engagement phase, is valued at £200 million (gross value of £240 million) and targets the UK location, with specific attention to Wales, under the oversight of sub-central government regulations. A pre-market supplier engagement exercise is scheduled, and written questionnaires must be submitted by 5 August 2026. Submissions are to be made through Proactis, following references related to the SEWTAPS 2 framework. The framework is slated to begin on 1 April 2027 and conclude on 31 March 2031.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction consultancy services, offering a framework agreement that promises value for money and potential enhanced value through professional service delivery. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the framework aligns with Cardiff Council's focus on engaging smaller entities capable of providing innovative solutions tailored to the specific requirements of the South East Wales region. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in delivering high-quality, cost-effective consultancy services stand to benefit from this framework, which seeks to address both current needs and future market demands within the sector.

## Notice

Cardiff Council is aiming to establish the 2nd iteration of the South East Wales Technical & Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS 2). The provision of Technical and Professional Services that offers Potential Customers value for money and added value for Construction Consultancy Services. This is a Pre-Market Engagement exercise, not a call for competition. Please see documents for further details.

### Planning Information

The Pre-Market Supplier Engagement will consist of written questionnaires, which can be accessed and submitted via Proactis at the following link: https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
Reference: ERFX1008866 - South East Wales Technical and Professional Services Framework 2 (SEWTAPS2) Pre Market Engagement 
The deadline for submissions is 05/08/2026 12:00 noon
Further engagement may be requested in the form of follow up questions or meetings.
The Market engagement with customers and suppliers will include areas to understand the market, review current and future needs, identify potential structures for the new framework and determining the most appropriate approach to maximise value for money.
The Council has already undertaken some lesson learnt engagement. As part of pre-market engagement, further potential customer feedback will also be undertaken.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069683-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 4UW |
| 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 | Butetown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2026 at 12:03 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069683-2026
- 28 May 2026 at 14:16 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050415-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069683-2026
  23rd July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050415-2026
  28th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.gov.uk
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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