Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Carmarthenshire County Council
County Hall
Carmarthen
SA31 1JP
UK
Telephone: +44 1267234567
E-mail: dking@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
NUTS: UKL14
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.wales
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0281
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
I.5) Main activity
General public services
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Highway Verge & Hedge Cutting with Tractor and Flail
II.1.2) Main CPV code
77111000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A PRIOR INFORMATION NOTICE AND NOT AN INVITATION TO TENDER
Carmarthenshire County Council wishes to appoint contractors on a framework basis to provide highway grass cutting services on roadside and footway verges, roundabouts, in addition to visibility cutting on bends and junctions in urban and rural areas across the County.
For the purpose of this requirement the County is divided into geographical areas known as 'Beats'. It is anticipated that there will be 20 Beat Areas across the County.
However, at this stage, the arrangement and lotting structures are still under development and may be subject to change. Final details and the specific services required will be fully defined in the Contract Notice and tender documentation.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
The contracting authority reserves the right to award contracts combining the following lots or groups of lots:
Neighbouring 'Beats' may be combined.
II.2) Description
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
Highway Verge & Hedge Cutting - Western Beats
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
77111000
77000000
77100000
77110000
77112000
77310000
77313000
77314000
77314100
45233139
77300000
77340000
77342000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKL14
Main site or place of performance:
Carmarthenshire
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
For the purpose of this requirement the County is divided into geographical areas known as 'Beats'. It is anticipated that there will be 20 Beat Areas across the Western, Eastern and Southern areas of the County.
However, at this stage, the arrangement and lotting structures are still under development and may be subject to change. Final details and the specific services required will be fully defined in the Contract Notice and tender documentation.
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
Highway Verge & Hedge Cutting - Eastern Beats
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
77111000
77000000
77100000
77110000
77112000
77310000
77313000
77314000
77314100
45233139
77300000
77340000
77342000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKL14
Main site or place of performance:
Carmarthenshire
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
For the purpose of this requirement the County is divided into geographical areas known as 'Beats'. It is anticipated that there will be 20 Beat Areas across the Western, Eastern and Southern areas of the County.
However, at this stage, the arrangement and lotting structures are still under development and may be subject to change. Final details and the specific services required will be fully defined in the Contract Notice and tender documentation.
Lot No: 3
II.2.1) Title
Highway Verge & Hedge Cutting - Southern Beats
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
77111000
77000000
77100000
77110000
77112000
77310000
77313000
77314000
77314100
45233139
77300000
77340000
77342000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKL14
Main site or place of performance:
Carmarthenshire
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
For the purpose of this requirement the County is divided into geographical areas known as 'Beats'. It is anticipated that there will be 20 Beat Areas across the Western, Eastern and Southern areas of the County.
However, at this stage, the arrangement and lotting structures are still under development and may be subject to change. Final details and the specific services required will be fully defined in the Contract Notice and tender documentation.
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
27/01/2025
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
MARKET ENGAGEMENT EVENT - To promote this opportunity, Carmarthenshire County Council will be hosting an online market briefing session on 15/01/2025 at 4:00pm. The event will provide an overview of the new Framework as well as details of the Council's requirements and the tender process. Business Wales will also be in attendance to outline the tendering advice and support it can offer to businesses. Registration is essential in order to reserve a place at the event. Please see attached information sheet for details of how to register.
BUSINESS WALES TENDER SUPPORT - Business Wales will be hosting a free 'Live Tender Webinar' specifically for those interested in tendering for this Framework, date and time to be confirmed via this Notice. Business Wales can offer advice and guidance on accessing the e-tender and submitting a bid. Registration is essential in order to reserve a place on the webinar. To register, please contact Business Wales on 01656 868500 or by email at: trading@businesswales.org
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=145986.
(WA Ref:145986)
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
16/12/2024