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Research and survey linked to a Minimum Digital Living Standard for Wales C103/2025/2026

Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government

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02 Oct 2025 at 15:10

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

15 Sep 2025 at 13:35

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

17 Jul 2025 at 16:58

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government pertains to a contract entitled "Research and survey linked to a Minimum Digital Living Standard for Wales" (C103/2025/2026). The industry category involves services related to research and development, as well as consulting. This contract is aimed at enhancing the Digital Strategy for Wales, focusing on digital inclusion and is specifically centred in Wales, UK. The process followed an open procurement method and has reached the award and contract stage. The contract, which commenced on 1 October 2025, and ends on 31 March 2026, was awarded to Miller Research following a competitive tendering process. The total contract value is GBP 299,758 including VAT, allocated for the successful execution of this digital inclusion initiative. Key to this project is its emphasis on evaluating the impact of digital standards on health inequalities across Wales.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for service providers specialising in research, development, and consultancy within public service projects. Organisations with expertise in digital strategy, public policy relating to digital standards, or those with a focus on reducing health inequalities through technology would find this contract perfectly aligned with their capabilities. Furthermore, with a substantial budget allocated, companies positioned as SMEs (small to medium enterprises) would benefit from such government contracts, enhancing their portfolio in public sector collaborations. The open procurement method encourages a wide range of potential contractors to compete, thus elevating market competitiveness and innovation, contributing to both enterprise growth and public service advancement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research and survey linked to a Minimum Digital Living Standard for Wales C103/2025/2026

Notice Description

Contract details notice for Research and survey linked to a Minimum Digital Living Standard for Wales C103/2025/2026. The Digital Strategy for Wales, a Programme for Government commitment, outlines clear outcomes and actions to be delivered against mission two of the Strategy focused on digital inclusion. There is an action on scoping, defining and recognition of exploring implementation of a minimum digital living standard (MDLS) for Wales. The initial phases of research helped explore and define the MDLS and officials are now seeking to further our understanding on the impact for people meeting the minimum can have on health inequalities (positive and negative). Additionally, there is a recognised need to understand the level of those aged 16 and over living in Wales who are below the minimum which will help inform policy and interventions. This works will support our aim to ensure all citizens across Wales are able to engage with digital (including services) - to be digitally confident and resilient. Bidders were invited to submit Bids to be awarded the Contract for Research and survey linked to a Minimum Digital Living Standard for Wales, the contract has been awarded to Miller Research

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0561a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061816-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£249,798 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£249,798 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
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
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
1
Supplier Name

Miller Research

Further Information

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