Tender

WGCD Meter Operator Provider Services Framework

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

20 Jan 2026 at 15:50

Planning

12 Jan 2026 at 12:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government is currently engaging in the tender stage of a public procurement process for the WGCD Meter Operator Provider Services Framework, with an active tender notice issued on 20th January 2026. This framework targets electricity distribution and related services within the UK, specifically focusing on the regions of North and South Wales. The procurement process, conducted via an open procedure, adheres to the Procurement Act 2023 and is part of the ongoing push to support the smart meter transition under the Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Programme. Key dates to note include the tender submission deadline on 20th February 2026, the enquiry period ending on 13th February 2026, and the expected award date on 17th March 2026. Successful bidders will start contracts on 1st April 2026, running through to 31st March 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for electrical services businesses, particularly those involved in meter operation and data services, aiming to provide innovative solutions to the Welsh public sector's utility needs. Companies specialising in AMR meter services, sub-metering, and gas data logging are well-positioned to benefit from this procurement due to the flexibility it offers for customers to appoint preferred providers. The framework agreement allows for the direct award of contracts tailored for SMEs and VCSEs, enabling businesses to gain footholds in public sector markets and expand their service offerings within Welsh regions. As the procurement method and criteria emphasise both technical quality and cost, businesses that can demonstrate exceptional competency and competitive pricing will find advantageous opportunities to grow under this framework.

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Notice Title

WGCD Meter Operator Provider Services Framework

Notice Description

A new MOP Services Framework is being established to:* Enable direct award of MOP and DC services for Non-Half Hourly AMR meters* Support the smart meter transition under the Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Programme* Include sub-metering and gas data logging services* Provide flexibility for customers to appoint their preferred providers* Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023

Lot Information

Meter Operator Provider (MOP) Services (North Wales)

For North Wales Region: * Enable direct award of MOP and DC services for Non-Half Hourly AMR meters * Support the smart meter transition under the Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Programme * Include sub-metering and gas data logging services

Meter Operator Provider (MOP) Services (South Wales)

For South Wales: * Enable direct award of MOP and DC services for Non-Half Hourly AMR meters * Support the smart meter transition under the Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Programme * Include sub-metering and gas data logging services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060399
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004956-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

65300000 - Electricity distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

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