Scope
Reference
CCS/25/021
Description
There is a requirement for the provision of DNO connections, installation of lighting equipment and replacing existing structurally failed columns within the City & County of Swansea
Total value (estimated)
- £1,500,000 excluding VAT
- £1,799,998 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2028
- Possible extension to 31 January 2030
- 3 years, 11 months, 27 days
Description of possible extension:
With an option to extend for up to 24 months
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Please see tender pack
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71314100 - Electrical services
- 31224000 - Connections and contact elements
- 34928500 - Street-lighting equipment
- 34928510 - Street-lighting columns
Contract locations
- UKL18 - Swansea
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Please see tender pack
Technical ability conditions of participation
Please see tender pack
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
15 December 2025, 12:00am
Tender submission deadline
22 December 2025, 12:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
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Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
- Welsh
- English
Award decision date (estimated)
31 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 70.00% |
| Q1 Disposing Equipment | Quality | 15.00% |
| Q2 Replacing LV Columns | Quality | 15.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
Please see tender pack
Description of risks to contract performance
Please see tender pack
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
As per section 17(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023, The Council has utilised its subject matter experts knowledge to identify the preferred and most relevant approach to the market given the requirements of this particular procurement activity
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
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Technical specifications to be met
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
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Contracting authority
City & County of Swansea
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYYD-8699-BJGD
Civic Centre
Swansea
SA1 3SN
United Kingdom
Contact name: Wyn Davies
Email: Procurement@swansea.gov.uk
Website: http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dobusiness
Region: UKL18 - Swansea
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales