Scope
Description
The Council wishes to commission a consultant to investigate and research certain Definitive Map Modification Order (DMMO) applications, submitted to Carmarthenshire County Council, producing a report with a clear, evidenced recommendation. Applications will be selected by the Countryside Access Manager, from the current DMMO register.
Total value (estimated)
- £35,000 excluding VAT
- £54,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71311210 - Highways consultancy services
- 90710000 - Environmental management
- 71510000 - Site-investigation services
Contract locations
- UKL14 - South West Wales
Engagement
Engagement deadline
9 January 2026
Engagement process description
This market engagement targets consultancy providers with expertise in public rights of way, Environmental & Countryside management, to support Definitive Map Modification Order (DMMO) applications. Relevant CPV codes for this opportunity include highways consultancy, environmental consultancy and site investigation services. Providers with skills in legal, environmental, research and mapping aspects of public rights of way are encouraged to participate. The purpose of this early market engagement exercise is to inform potential providers about this upcoming opportunity. We invite interested organisations to express their interest and request further details by contacting Caroline Ferguson at cferguson@carmarthenshire.gov.uk.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
2 February 2026
Contracting authority
Carmarthenshire County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTVL-7854-TMRZ
County Hall
Carmarthen
SA31 1JP
United Kingdom
Contact name: Caroline Ferguson
Email: cferguson@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Website: https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Region: UKL14 - South West Wales
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales