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Anti-Racism Training for Senior Leadership Teams

WLGA

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11 Feb 2026 at 09:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has completed the procurement process for the provision of bespoke anti-racism training aimed at senior managers in councils. The contract, titled "Anti-Racism Training for Senior Leadership Teams," is situated under the industry category of specialist training services. The procurement utilised a limited competition method, falling below the threshold, with the award made on 11 February 2026. The training sessions will be conducted by Red Shiny Apple Ltd., with the contract beginning on 13 February 2026 and concluding on 31 October 2026. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the region UKL, this initiative is set within the legal framework of the 2023/54 UKPGA regulations.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in equality and diversity training to expand their services within local government circles. Firms like Red Shiny Apple Ltd., small to medium-sized enterprises focussed on delivering impactful training solutions, could find this domain highly beneficial for expanding their reach and influence. As council leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping inclusive practices, suppliers in this sector can significantly contribute to promoting systemic change by offering tailored training programmes that address intersectionality alongside anti-racism. The contract also has the option to procure additional sessions, allowing flexibility for further business engagement throughout its duration.

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Notice Title

Anti-Racism Training for Senior Leadership Teams

Notice Description

The Welsh Local Government Association has commissioned a provider to design and deliver bespoke equality training with specific focus on anti-racism but set within the context of intersectionality with other protected characteristics. The training is aimed at senior managers in councils to further develop their understanding of this field and to enable them to progress anti-racism policies and practices in a supportive and inclusive environment. The WLGA recognises that council leadership plays a critical strategic role in setting the culture and tone of the organisation and providing demonstrative commitment to drive systemic change and promote anti-racism practices throughout local government.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d66
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012212-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 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
WLGA
Contact Name
Adrian Marszalek
Contact Email
adrian.marszalek@wlga.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 5BF
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Butetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RED SHINY APPLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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