Tender

Welsh Government Speechwriting learning Offer

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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Tender

26 Jun 2025 at 16:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government is in the tender stage for its "Welsh Government Speechwriting Learning Offer," aiming to develop and deliver a comprehensive Corporate Induction learning programme for new staff. The contract, with a gross value of GBP 180,000, is open for submission until 31st July 2025, 14:00 BST. The procurement process is classified under training services, with open competition being the method used. The project will operate under the "light touch" regime in the UK, specifically in Cardiff, as guided by Welsh devolved regulations. The programme commences on 6th October 2025 and will last until 5th October 2027, with potential for renewal.

This procurement offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those adept at developing and delivering educational programmes for public sector employees. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, given the contract’s suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in public sector training, particularly those with experience in government or large organisational structures, would be particularly well-suited. Successful bidders can expect to gain a prestigious client in the form of the Welsh Government, potentially enhancing their portfolio and future business prospects.

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Notice Title

Welsh Government Speechwriting learning Offer

Notice Description

Welsh Government wish to appoint a supplier to develop and deliver a new Corporate Induction learning offer for new joiners to the Welsh Government to start off the new joiner's six-month induction programme. All new Welsh Government staff undergo an induction programme as part of their new employment. Welsh Government induction is a six-month process that starts on the new joiner's first day. As part of this six-month programme, new starters will undertake a series of activities at an organisational level and specific to their individual role, such as internally facilitated training sessions, job shadowing and e-learning. This contract is being established for the development and delivery of Corporate Induction learning and development solutions for a variety of audiences and capability levels through various mechanisms. It will ensure new joiners have a sound understanding of the structure and aims of the Welsh Government and Senedd, and how their role as a Civil Servant contributes to the organisational aims.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This is a 2 year contract with the option to extend by one year plus a further one year

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055489
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035549-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Oct 2025 - 5 Oct 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Kate Smith
Contact Email
jennifer.doyle@gov.wales
Contact Phone
03000253626

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Post Town
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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