--- title: "All Weather 3G Surface Replacement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e5.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CARDIFF UNIVERSITY" published: "2026-07-29" --- # All Weather 3G Surface Replacement Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e5.json) ## Summary Cardiff University is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for an "All Weather 3G Surface Replacement" project, focusing on the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a 3G artificial turf pitch and warm-up area at the Cardiff University Sport Fields in Llanrumney, United Kingdom (CF3 4JN). The main procurement category is works, with the contract estimated at a gross value of £300,000. The early market engagement phase is being used to refine the University's tender strategy, specifications, and commercial model. A pre-market engagement event is scheduled for 12th August 2026, with registration closing on 6th August 2026. Insightful supplier feedback is to be collected via a questionnaire, due by 21st August 2026. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in sports facility construction and maintenance, particularly those experienced in artificial surfacing and turf installation. The project offers potential for long-term engagement through maintenance and aftercare services. Companies with expertise in both the installation and compliance certification of sports facilities, especially those familiar with intensive sporting requirements, will find this opportunity well-aligned with their capabilities. Participation in the engagement activities can help firms stand out by contributing valuable insights, thus aiding in the formulation of an optimised tender process at Cardiff University. ## Notice Cardiff University is undertaking early market engagement to inform the development of its upcoming procurement for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a replacement 3G artificial turf pitch and warm-up area at the Cardiff University Sport Fields - Llanrumney (CF3 4JN) The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all elements of the installation are fit for purpose and suitable for intensive university, community and performance sport use. The project will include the following elements, but not limited to: * Removal and disposal of the existing artificial turf surface and associated materials. * Potential inspection and assessment of the existing base construction and shockpad. * Supply and installation of a replacement 3G Artificial Turf Pitch. * Supply and installation of an associated 3G artificial turf warm-up area. * Installation of all required sports line markings. * Testing, certification and commissioning of the completed facility. * Provision of warranties, maintenance guidance and operation manuals. * Handover of all certification and compliance documentation. The objectives for the engagement are: * To establish the level of interest in the tender opportunity * To gain an understanding of your experience of similar contracts, incorporating any lessons learnt to drive improvements. * To listen, reflect and mitigate any foreseeable risks within the proposed contract tender exercise to ensure that the service delivered at Cardiff University remains customer centric, efficient and offers value for money. * To inform the University's final tender strategy, specification refinement, and commercial model. The pre-market engagement event will be held on 12th August 2026 at Cardiff University Sport Fields. This will involve a guided tour of the facility that we are looking to resurface, with a brief overview provided of the whole site and insight into its normal operation Suppliers interested in attending the pre-market engagement event must complete and return the registration form via the correspondence function on the Universities e-tender portal In-Tend. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ Suppliers will be limited to 2 attendees. The deadline for registering attendance at the event is 12 Noon, 6th August 2026. Interested suppliers will be provided with a timeslot following the registration deadline. The University reserves the right to reject an application to attend sent after this time. Following this presentation, a questionnaire will be published on the tendering portal to gain insights from suppliers. The deadline for returning this questionnaire is Friday 21st August 2026. The University reserves the right to reject a response sent after this time. This stage does not formally commence a procurement process. Participation in this pre-market engagement is voluntary and will not provide any advantage or disadvantage in any subsequent tender process. The University anticipates refining the scope and commercial structure following this pre market Engagement. Insights gained will inform the final tender documentation. ### Planning Information Cardiff University is undertaking early market engagement to inform the development of its upcoming procurement for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a replacement 3G artificial turf pitch and warm-up area at the Cardiff University Sport Fields – Llanrumney (CF3 4JN) The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all elements of the installation are fit for purpose and suitable for intensive university, community and performance sport use. The project will include the following elements, but not limited to: • Removal and disposal of the existing artificial turf surface and associated materials. • Potential inspection and assessment of the existing base construction and shockpad. • Supply and installation of a replacement 3G Artificial Turf Pitch. • Supply and installation of an associated 3G artificial turf warm-up area. • Installation of all required sports line markings. • Testing, certification and commissioning of the completed facility. • Provision of warranties, maintenance guidance and operation manuals. • Handover of all certification and compliance documentation. The objectives for the engagement are: • To establish the level of interest in the tender opportunity • To gain an understanding of your experience of similar contracts, incorporating any lessons learnt to drive improvements. • To listen, reflect and mitigate any foreseeable risks within the proposed contract tender exercise to ensure that the service delivered at Cardiff University remains customer centric, efficient and offers value for money. • To inform the University’s final tender strategy, specification refinement, and commercial model. The pre-market engagement event will be held on 12th August 2026 at Cardiff University Sport Fields. This will involve a guided tour of the facility that we are looking to resurface, with a brief overview provided of the whole site and insight into its normal operation Suppliers interested in attending the pre-market engagement event must complete and return the registration form via the correspondence function on the Universities e-tender portal In-Tend. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ Suppliers will be limited to 2 attendees. The deadline for registering attendance at the event is 12 Noon, 6th August 2026. Interested suppliers will be provided with a timeslot following the registration deadline. The University reserves the right to reject an application to attend sent after this time. Following this presentation, a questionnaire will be published on the tendering portal to gain insights from suppliers. The deadline for returning this questionnaire is Friday 21st August 2026. The University reserves the right to reject a response sent after this time. This stage does not formally commence a procurement process. Participation in this pre-market engagement is voluntary and will not provide any advantage or disadvantage in any subsequent tender process. The University anticipates refining the scope and commercial structure following this pre market Engagement. Insights gained will inform the final tender documentation. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071876-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Sep 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Feb 2027 - 31 Jul 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £240,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF24 4HQ | | 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 | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 45 - Construction work - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 37400000 - Sports goods and equipment - 39293300 - Artificial grass - 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas - 45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities - 45236119 - Repair work on sports fields - 77320000 - Sports fields maintenance services ## Release History - 29 Jul 2026 at 15:34 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071876-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071876-2026 29th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ - 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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