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Information Advice Quality Framework

Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process is organised by Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government, located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, focusing on the establishment of a contract for an Information and Advice Quality Framework (IAQF). The industry categories involved are auditing services, business and management consultancy, and social work and related services. The procurement stage was active and utilised an open procedure. The tender period concluded on 31st October 2025, with a contract award period ending on 10th November 2025. The contract value is calculated at £240,000, with the potential for extensions, making it appealing for a duration of up to three years. The opportunity was developed to assure the quality of advice services across Wales, emphasising quality standards accredited by the IAQF.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses offering services in auditing, consultancy, and social work within the UK to expand their operations, particularly in Wales. It is well-suited for consortia and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing comprehensive management and support services as required by the IAQF framework. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to enhance their portfolios by aligning with the Welsh Government's initiatives, ensuring high-quality standards in advice services, and participating in communication strategies to bolster the framework's reach and implementation. The open procedure indicates a competitive yet inclusive process, encouraging a diverse range of bidders with expertise in delivering quality assurance and operational excellence in consultancy and advisory roles.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Information Advice Quality Framework

Notice Description

This procurement exercise is being conducted on behalf of the Welsh Government to establish a contract for an Information and Advice Quality Framework. The IAQF was published in 2019 and many independently owned Advice Quality Standards operating in the UK have now applied for and been awarded IAQF Approved Accrediting Body status. An advice provider in Wales, who holds a quality standard awarded by an IAQF accredited body, is able to display the IAQF logo, demonstrating that their service has been independently assessed as meeting the Welsh Government's expectations of a quality assured advice service. The IAQF continues to seek to provide a consistent approach to ensuring and assuring quality information, advice and guidance for the people of Wales. The successful bidder will be required to a provide a range of support services through the new contract which will include: * Management of all processes relating to the successful operation of the Information and Advice Quality Framework for Wales (IAQF) Independent Assessment Service. * Managing the reassessment process of existing IAQF Accredited Bodies for Standards Owners who wish to become quality assured under an Advice Quality Standard with the IAQF. * Provide guidance, support and advice to Standard Owners. * Develop and implement a Wales wide communication strategy to raise awareness of the IAQF amongst stakeholders, * Engage with other funders of advice services, including local authorities, to promote and encourage the use of Welsh Government's approach and only fund advice providers who hold an Advice Quality Standard awarded by an IAQF Accredited Body. * Deliver advice and practical support to advice service providers, helping them apply for a quality standard for the first time. * Provide expert advice to Welsh Government to improve the service. * Explore options and share findings with Welsh Government on ways to support smaller providers to prepare for and/or undergo the audit processes to gain accreditation to an Advice Quality Standard. The successful bidder will be awarded an initial 12-month contract with options to extend for a further 12 + 12 months for up to a maximum of 3 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension period of one year plus one year available (up to a maximum of three year contract in total)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a37a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076025-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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