This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

14 May 2026 at 10:20

Award

16 Apr 2026 at 15:27

TenderUpdate

16 Feb 2026 at 17:55

Tender

23 Jan 2026 at 13:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Data & Insight Alpha Project" involves Sport Wales, a public authority sub-central government body located in Cardiff, UK. The aim of this contract is to develop and test a data pipeline for Sport Wales, with a focus on their organisational data culture and readiness. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting IT services and consultancy. The recent award in May 2026 was processed through an open competition, completed below the threshold, with key dates including the contract's start on 4th May 2026 and its projected end on 31st October 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in data consultancy, software development, and IT services targeting public sector clients, particularly those capable of addressing both technical and organisational aspects of data management. Specifically, the contract encourages businesses that can offer robust technical solutions while supporting cultural and procedural transitions within organisations. While the contract was awarded to a large firm, businesses that understand Sport Wales's needs, especially SMEs that offer innovative and scalable solutions, could find similar opportunities in future phases or related projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of Data & Insight Alpha Project

Notice Description

The award of Data & Insight Alpha Project

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060d55
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044289-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£74,812 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£74,812 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SPORT WALES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF11 9SW
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
Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANT THORNTON UK ADVISORY & TAX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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