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QW Research: Stakeholder Confidence Survey

QUALIFICATIONS WALES

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

22 Oct 2025 at 09:51

Award

26 Sep 2025 at 12:56

Tender

13 Aug 2025 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

Qualifications Wales has concluded a contracting process for a Stakeholder Confidence Survey, which falls under the services industry category. The process, identified by the tender title "QW Research: Stakeholder Confidence Survey," was initiated through an open competition method. The award was granted to Beaufort Research Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME) based in Cardiff. The contract has been signed and commenced on 3rd November 2025, with a completion date set for 15th October 2030, and a potential extension up to 15th April 2032 if necessary. This procurement activity followed the legal guidelines as stipulated by the UKPGA 2023/54 and aimed to explore stakeholder confidence in qualifications across the United Kingdom, with a particular focus in Wales (region UKL). The overall contract value is £119,760 GBP.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs specialising in research and development services. With a focus on stakeholder engagement and qualitative research, companies adept in these areas could leverage their expertise to secure similar contracts in the future. The requirement for Cyber Essentials Plus certification and a credit score above 30 makes it suitable for well-established SMEs with the ability to uphold such standards. Businesses operating within the UK region and possessing relevant experience with the Welsh qualifications system may find this tender particularly advantageous, opening avenues for growth and increased visibility within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QW Research: Stakeholder Confidence Survey

Notice Description

transparency notice following award of Contract

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: One further wave of data collection or if previous waves have been delayed. If no scope change and all KPIs have been met.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05875a
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067374-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£83,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
£83,333 Under £100K
Awards Value
£99,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£99,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Sep 20252 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 15 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUALIFICATIONS WALES
Contact Name
Stephanie Molina
Contact Email
stephanie.molina@qualifications.wales
Contact Phone
+441633373233

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8AR
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEAUFORT RESEARCH

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