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title: "'Nature's Back in Town' Project - Design Feasibility"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-157478"
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buyer: "NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# 'Nature's Back in Town' Project - Design Feasibility

Buyer: NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-157478

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## Summary

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council sought the expertise of a consultant or consultancy firm to conduct a feasibility study for the design of green infrastructure in the urban area of Port Talbot. This initiative was branded as the 'Nature's Back in Town' Project, under the 'Nature Towns and Cities' grant plan funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The procurement falls under the services category with relevant classifications in urban planning and environmental services. The procurement process has moved to the award stage, with Iglu Studio Ltd being appointed as the supplier on 23rd December 2025. The project focuses on delivering innovative solutions using nature-based infrastructure aimed to ameliorate air quality, manage water run-offs, and enhance biodiversity within the deadline of 30th April 2026. The overall grant value is £25,000, with the selected firm expected to transform selected urban sites into multifunctional green spaces to cater to both community and ecological needs.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in urban planning, environmental consultancy, and green infrastructure. Firms with expertise in delivering projects aimed at creating sustainable, nature-integrated urban environments will find this an advantageous opportunity to showcase their innovation. The project necessitates on-ground assessments, integrating community feedback and delivering sustainable designs that promote both ecology and community engagement. Companies with previous experience in green infrastructure, environmental planning, and those capable of incorporating educational elements and local artist contributions will be particularly suited to compete and benefit from this initiative, ultimately fostering business growth through a commitment to sustainability and community development.

## Notice

An award has been made by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council to appoint the services of a consultant or consultancy company, to carry out a feasibility study for the design of green infrastructure features in the Port Talbot area.The aim of this phase of the project is to look at innovative ways to restore nature back into our town so as to provide economic, ecological and physical benefits to people and our local wildlife. We are looking for designs which could provide some innovative ideas to use nature-based solutions as a means of reducing air pollution, managing surface water run-offs, increasing biodiversity and improving the physical and mental wellbeing of Port Talbot residents.BACKGROUND INFORMATION:Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council have been awarded funding from the National Lottery Heritage fund to deliver the grant scheme 'Nature Towns and Cities'. Our Project, named 'Natures Back in Town', focuses on Port Talbot and intends to engage with both the local community, businesses, groups, internal council departments and public services to raise awareness, answer surveys and gain an understanding of key issues, needs and wants from the people who live and work in Port Talbot.Port Talbot is an area of NPT, which is heavily urbanised. The area is dominated by industry, road infrastructure and tightly packed terraced streets leaving little space for nature or greenspace. With little natural/green habitats, the effects of severe air pollution, intense urban heat island effect and surface water flooding are exacerbated.Thanks to the Nature Towns and Cities Grant Initiative and as part of the project, we require the successful contractor/consultant to complete two feasibility designs that incorporate both nature and people as well as deliver multiple outcomes, transforming 'grey' spaces into nature friendly community areas.Locations to be confirmed.Total value of the grant funded project is PS25,000PROJECT TIMESCALE:To be completed as detailed below, within an anticipated timescale of 30th April 2026.CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS:It is the expectation of the chosen consultant to assess two sites in the Port Talbot area for their suitability for retrofitting nature-based solutions in the urban landscape (undertaken via site visit). The concept designs are to improve the look and feel of these urban sites by transforming them into multifunctional spaces that provide habitats for wildlife, retrofitting new aspects to the spaces which benefit both community and nature.The consultant will complete a programme of work made up of the following elements:- Working closely with the Urban Nature Project and Biodiversity Teams, the consultant will visit the final agreed sites to undertake an 'on the ground' review of the current situation.- Assess the sites for their suitability with a view of fulfilling multiple functions such as 'greening' for mental health and wellbeing, but also contributing to reducing air pollution, urban heat island effects and water run-off- Meeting with Urban Nature team to discuss concepts and agree options.- Deliver two design concepts for Urban Nature and Community- Designs must comply with local planning and environmental regulations.- Use native and climate-resilient plant species, or agreed species with the Urban Nature team- Prioritise multifunctional green infrastructure (e.g., rain gardens, green roofs, living walls, permeable paving).- Include features that support urban wildlife (e.g., bird boxes, insect hotels, hedgehog highways).- Consider accessibility for all users, including those with limited mobility.- Incorporate opportunities for community artwork and contributions from local artists as part of the design, enhancing local identity and ownership.- Promote easier maintenance and sustainable landscaping solutions.- Integrate educational or interpretive elements where appropriate (e.g., signage, interactive features).- Assess community connection to the space and connection to surrounding areas.- Meet with the Urban Nature team to gather information on community wants and requirements and, through attendance of two events to assess the concept with community feedback before final design.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=157478 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BAGLAN |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA11 2GG |
| 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 | Briton Ferry West |
| Westminster constituency | Aberafan Maesteg |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IGLU STUDIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services
- 71410000 - Urban planning services
- 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
- 90712100 - Urban environmental development planning
- 90712400 - Natural resources management or conservation strategy planning services
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2026 at 10:57 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=157478
- 3 Nov 2025 at 10:00 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=157478

## Notice URLs

- http://www.npt.gov.uk

## Provenance

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