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Welsh Government - 'When I am Ready' scheme evaluation

Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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23 Apr 2026 at 11:36

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

12 Mar 2026 at 09:03

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

20 Jan 2026 at 12:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government, headquartered in Cardiff, has completed the procurement process for evaluating its 'When I Am Ready' scheme, which has been active since 2016. This scheme focuses on evaluating issues and barriers faced by care leavers and foster carers, aiming to improve future implementation. The procurement process followed an open procedure, reflecting the government’s commitment to inclusivity and transparency, with Cardiff University awarded the contract. The procurement process enlisted research and development services as its industry category and took place in Cardiff, United Kingdom. The evaluation contract period runs from 24th March 2026 to 14th June 2027, with the award process concluding on 10th March 2026.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for companies involved in research and development services, particularly those with expertise in policy evaluation and social research. Businesses with capabilities in consultancy and data analysis might find growth opportunities by engaging in future similar projects. It is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offering a competitive chance to showcase their methodology and expertise in the policy context. Additionally, Welsh Government's commitment to community benefits underpins its dedication to fostering economic and social objectives, further heightening the impact of participating businesses within the local community. Consortia bidding is welcomed, allowing collaborative ventures in meeting the specified objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Welsh Government - 'When I am Ready' scheme evaluation

Notice Description

The "When I am Ready" scheme has been available in Wales since 2016. Previous research has identified some known issues and barriers to participation in the scheme. This evaluation aims to further explore those issues and barriers, collect the experiences and opinions of care leavers and foster carers themselves about how the scheme has been delivered in practice over the last ten years and how it can be improved in the future

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0609ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036998-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£149,976 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 24 Apr 2026 1-6 months
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

Cardiff University

Further Information

Notice Documents

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