SEWSCAP4 framework overview
Welcome to SEWSCAP4 - the South East & Mid Wales Collaborative Construction Framework.
Following on from its prior success as a collaborative construction framework, this is the fourth iteration of the collaborative construction framework in Wales.
SEWSCAP4 draws together the expertise of pre-qualified, experienced small, medium and large contractors to provide various school / public buildings construction works, as well as heritage and modular and demountable solutions, between the values of over £250k to £100m.
Its mission is to achieve best value arrangements for South East & Mid Wales through competitive procurement, whilst driving regeneration, continuous improvement and best practice. This is achieved through continuous improvement with the involvement of key stakeholders and industry benchmarking.
As a member of the National Association of Construction Frameworks (NACF) SEWSCAP are able to further collaborate on an England and Wales basis, sharing best practice with likeminded national public sector frameworks of similar nature, which is of benefit to both buyers and contractors.
Contractors are encouraged to work together in a collaborative culture of shared objectives, processes and tools, that will significantly reduce the costs and paperwork previously associated with tendering; and result in fairer income distribution across contractors small and large.
Core principles
The framework is open to 13 local authorities, higher education bodies, further education colleges, health boards and housing associations in South East & Mid Wales.
Cardiff Council is committed to socially responsible procurement and it is expected that buyers and contractors on the framework will deliver social, economic, environmental and cultural wellbeing through:
community benefits
ethical employment
supporting SMEs
boosting the local economy
The SEWSCAP4 framework commenced on 1st October 2024 and expires on 30th September 2028 with the option to extend for a further 2 years.
To find out more about the benefits that the framework offers, including financial, efficiency, community and best practice benefits, click here.
Or read about past projects here.
The Framework Team
Jemma Downes
Framework Manager
Jemma Downes is responsible for leading and coordinating framework activities and ensuring effective management across the collaborative frameworks. In this role, Jemma will maximise opportunities and deliver efficiencies and positive outcomes for customers and clients.
Contact MeHayley Evans
Senior Framework Officer
Hayley Evans has extensive experience in the management of the South East Wales Technical and Professional Services framework. Her wealth of knowledge and experience in contractor engagement and developing and maintaining relationships are invaluable in supporting the successful delivery of wider collaborative frameworks.
Contact MeDan Abbott
Framework Support Officer
Daniel Abbott has experience of assisting with the successful management of the SEWSCAP3 Framework and more recently has supported the implementation and ongoing management of SEWSCAP4 and SEWH4.
Dan’s experience in customer and client communications will support the team and contribute to the successful management across all collaborative frameworks.
Issam Shamiri
Framework Support Officer
Issam Shamiri has supported the ongoing management of the SEWTAPS framework and Property Consultancy DPS. Through developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships, Issam will continue to positively contribute to framework management across all collaborative frameworks.
