Bridgend County Borough Council has published a procurement opportunity for b1017 - bridgend west pre-construction services agreement with an estimated value of value not disclosed. The submission deadline is See official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-08, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

Bridgend County Borough Council (BCBC) is carrying out a programme of modernisation of the primary school estate in Bridged West through delivery of two new primary schools, which will be funded under the Welsh Government’s 21st Century Schools programme. The project involves design and construction of the schools, demolition and site clearance, associated external works and infrastructure removal and diversion (the Works). BCBC carried out a mini-competition to appoint a contractor to deliver the Works under the SEWSCAP 4 Construction Framework. In view of the current condition of the existing primary school estate in Bridgend, BCBC commenced the mini-competition on 5th February 2025, prior to receipt of planning permission from the local planning authority team. Tenders were received by BCBC on 30th April 2025 . As a result of delays in the planning process, BCBC was not in a position to finalise the award of the contract for the Works until September 2025. The successful supplier was Willmott Dixon Construction Limited (WDCL) with a tender price of £35,155,320.09 plus VAT.. As part of the planning permission, the local planning authority and highways authority have required BCBC to carry out additional highway-related works as part of the Works. The costs of these works are to be confirmed but are expected to be in the region of [ £1.9m - £2m plus VAT ]. In addition, BCBC anticipates that the cost of the Works will increase by approximately [ £2.35m ] to reflect the impact of inflation since tenders were submitted. In order to finalise the cost of these additional works, BCBC intends to award a pre-construction services agreement (PCSA) directly to WDCL to carry out the necessary design and engineering services in reliance on Section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023. Furthermore, in order to mitigate the effect on the programme for delivery of the Works, the PCSA will also provide for WDCL to carry out site investigation work and to manage the diversion of exi

Bridgend County Borough Council is the contracting authority for this procurement. The estimated contract value is value not disclosed and the submission deadline is See official notice. Suppliers should download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to businesses with relevant experience and qualifications. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing for a contract of value not disclosed, and hold relevant professional certifications and insurance.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Bridgend County Borough Council must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots accessible to smaller businesses.

• Proven track record in professional services contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a value not disclosed contract
• Relevant certifications: relevant professional certifications and insurance
• Capacity to mobilise within Bridgend County Borough Council’s required timeframe
• Ability to meet the See official notice submission deadline

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032111-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before See official notice: Late submissions are not accepted under UK procurement rules

What the buyer will evaluate

Bridgend County Borough Council will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. For professional services contracts, buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion — demonstrate specific, costed commitments to local employment, skills, or environmental sustainability.

Writing a winning bid

The most common reason bids fail is generic content that does not address the buyer’s specific requirements. Bridgend County Borough Council has stated precise objectives — your bid must demonstrate you have read and understood them.

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Bridgend County Borough Council’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery
• Submit at least 24 hours before See official notice

Key dates and next steps

The submission deadline is See official notice. Competitive bids for professional services contracts require two to three weeks of preparation. Following submission, Bridgend County Borough Council will typically complete evaluation within four to eight weeks.

• Download all documents from Find a Tender today
• Confirm your organisation meets all eligibility requirements
• Assign a bid lead and set internal milestones now
• Submit clarification questions as early as possible

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Bridgend County Borough Council to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers. Check for lots designed to be accessible to smaller businesses.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Late submissions are not accepted. The See official notice deadline is absolute. Submit at least 24 hours early.

How long does evaluation take?

Bridgend County Borough Council will notify all bidders once evaluation is complete. Allow four to eight weeks from the submission deadline.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032111-2026. Always use the official source.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bridgend County Borough Council or the UK government.