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Welsh Justice Research Programme

Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

20 Feb 2025 at 11:06

Award Notice
Tender

26 Jul 2024 at 14:03

Tender Notice
Planning

16 May 2024 at 10:34

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government, operating out of Cardiff, is initiating a research programme titled 'Welsh Justice Research Programme.' This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting research services within the UKL region. The contract, following an open procedure, is currently in the award stage. The research aims to support preparations for the potential devolution of policing and justice functions to Wales, responding to findings from various commissions into Welsh constitutional arrangements. The project commenced on 11th February 2025, following the tender process initiated on 26th July 2024, with a completion contract value of £299,845. The programme involves key activities such as assisting in capacity and capability assessment for further devolution, informing policy discussions, and providing analysis concerning justice systems in Wales.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in public sector consultancy, data analysis, and social research. Companies experienced in delivering comprehensive research programmes, including primary data collection and policy analysis, will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. With opportunities to contribute to pivotal societal and governmental objectives, businesses can enhance their market presence and build credentials within the public sector. SMEs and larger organisations in consortia are encouraged to compete, given the scope for community benefits and collaborative engagements outlined in the contract requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Welsh Justice Research Programme

Notice Description

The Welsh Government wish to commission a programme of research to inform and assist with preparations for the potential devolution of policing and justice functions to Wales. The programme of work will respond to various commissions into the constitutional arrangements in Wales and their findings around justice, as well as contributing and building upon existing research relating to the devolution of justice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The programme of work will respond to various commissions into the constitutional arrangements in Wales and their findings around justice, as well as contributing and building upon existing research relating to the devolution of justice. The research programme will provide three areas of work: To assist in the assessment of preparedness, capacity and capability for further devolution of justice and policing functions and powers within Welsh Government, as well as potentially within the Senedd and partner and stakeholder organisations in the justice, policing and legal and advice sectors in Wales. To inform discussions and developments relating to the devolution of justice and policing functions and powers, and to consider existing practices to improve outcomes under the current constitutional arrangements. The primary focus will be on youth justice, probation and policing while allowing for the consideration of other aspects of criminal justice where necessary. To provide analysis and research considering tre

Renewal: Contract will run for an initial term of 16 months with the option to extend, on an annual basis, for up to a further 2 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045a05
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006106-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

72316000 - Data analysis services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79311400 - Economic research services

79311410 - Economic impact assessment

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£299,845 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Jun 2024Expired
Award Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Possibility that this requirement may be subject to further procurements. In which case a new notice would be issued in 2027.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAERDYDD / CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Cardiff Metropolitan University

MILLER RESEARCH (UK) LTD

Further Information

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