Tender

Welsh Government - 'When I am Ready' scheme evaluation

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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20 Jan 2026 at 12:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government, identified as the buying organisation, is presently in the tender phase of its procurement process for the evaluation of the 'When I am Ready' scheme. The industry category pertains to research and development services and related consultancy services, primarily located in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKL region. Interested parties should note the critical date of 29 January 2026 by 17:00 GMT for tender submission, with an enquiry deadline set for 9 February 2026. This procurement follows an open procedure, aligned with Welsh devolved regulations and under the legal framework of the 2023/54 UKPGA act. The contract aims for a duration starting on 24 March 2026 and concludes on 14 June 2027, with an estimated value of up to £180,000 gross.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in academic research and consultancy services to expand their portfolio and reputation by collaborating with the central government. Given the emphasis on quality and price under the award criteria, companies with expertise in policy context research, a robust methodological approach, and skilled personnel are well-suited for this project. With the allowance for consortia bids, this contract could foster strategic partnerships and innovation among Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), thereby catalysing their growth within the public sector. The inclusion of community benefits within the contract also suggests a potential for positive local economic and social impact.

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Notice Title

Welsh Government - 'When I am Ready' scheme evaluation

Notice Description

Evaluation of Welsh Government's When I am ready scheme

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0609ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004800-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 14 Jun 2027 1-2 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
Not specified
Contact Email
cpsprocurementadvice@gov.wales
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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