Independent Review of Public Space CCTV Provision in South Wales
Description: Emma Wools, the Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales ("the Commissioner") made a pledge in her election manifesto to perform a review of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) arrangements across the seven Local Authority (LAs) areas within the South Wales police area. CCTV plays a critical role in enhancing public safety, preventing and detecting crime and supporting community reassurance across South Wales. It supports the delivery of South Wales Police and partnership priorities including; tackling serious violence and anti-social behaviour, protecting vulnerable people, and maintaining safe and vibrant town centres and night-time economies. An independent review shall be commissioned by the Commissioner to provide a comprehensive assessment of current public space CCTV provision. The review shall consider the contribution, needs and opportunities presented by LAs, policing, community safety partners (read more...)
Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales is inviting tenders for an independent review of public space CCTV provision across several local authority areas within South Wales. This procurement, under an open competition method, aims to assess current CCTV arrangements and develop recommendations for future improvements covering areas such as public safety and crime prevention. The project will encompass the regions of Bridgend, Cardiff, Merthyr Tydfil, Neath Port Talbot, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, and Vale of Glamorgan. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 28th August 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 21st August 2026. The anticipated contract period will run from 19th October 2026 to 18th April 2027, and the estimated contract value is £50,000, excluding VAT.