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WGCD Meter Operator Provider Services Framework

Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

10 Apr 2026 at 11:30

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

19 Mar 2026 at 11:28

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

20 Jan 2026 at 15:50

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

12 Jan 2026 at 12:13

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government has initiated an open procedure procurement process under the title "WGCD Meter Operator Provider Services Framework," aimed at engaging services related to the repair and maintenance of electricity meters. This framework supports the Welsh public sector, encompassing organisations throughout Wales. The procurement process covered several stages, including planning as of January 2026, tender stage by February 2026, and finalised awards by March 2026. In April 2026, contracts were awarded to Stark Software International Limited for both North and South Wales regions, each with a gross value of £500,000. This project falls under the services category with electricity distribution and related services as its industry classification, and it aims for a framework agreement without reopening competition for four years, from April 2026 to March 2030.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for companies skilled in electricity meter repair and maintenance, especially those that can provide smart meter transition support and additional services like sub-metering. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) residing within the UK are particularly well-positioned to provide these services, given the tender’s emphasis on inclusivity of SMEs. By participating in such a framework, businesses not only secure steady contractual work but also position themselves as key players in supporting Wales's public sector with essential utility services. Furthermore, the flexibility provided for customers to select preferred suppliers and the robust budget ensure profitable and sustainable engagement for businesses catering to specific regions within Wales.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WGCD Meter Operator Provider Services Framework

Notice Description

WGCD Meter Operator Provider Services Framework for use by the Welsh public sector.

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060399
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032744-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

50411300 - Repair and maintenance services of electricity meters

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
£416,666 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£416,666 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
19 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 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
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

Stark Software International Limited

Further Information

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