This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jul 2026 at 12:17

Award

08 Jun 2026 at 15:27

TenderUpdate

23 Mar 2026 at 10:14

Tender

09 Mar 2026 at 11:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government (Llywodraeth Cymru) has completed a procurement process for the "Secretariat Function for the Independent Welsh Pay Review Body (IWPRB)". This open procedure for service procurement aimed at providing secretariat support to the IWPRB concluded with the award of the contract to VANDENBERGHUK LTD. The procurement process spanned various stages, including tendering and awarding, with the contract being signed on 29th June 2026 and due to start on 10th July 2026, lasting until 9th July 2028, with potential extensions. The main industry category is "Administration, Defence and Social Security Services", with the procurement conducted under the UK Public Contract Regulations. The location of service delivery is across the UK, with a focus on Welsh requirements.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses experienced in administration and consultancy services. VANDENBERGHUK LTD, a large-scale supplier, successfully secured the contract through its competitive proposal, demonstrating strong capabilities in managing such administrative functions. The procurement process, characterized by an open method, allowed various types of businesses, especially those meeting the technical and economic criteria outlined in the ITT, to participate. The substantial contract value and potential for extensions make it an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector administrative services domain. The procurement process was supported by eTenderwales, facilitating accessibility for interested suppliers.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Secretariat Function for the Independent Welsh Pay Review Body (IWPRB)

Notice Description

C255/2025/2026-Secretariat Function for the Independent Welsh Pay Review Body (IWPRB)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This contract offers a 2 + 2 year optional extension period, should the Client wish to invoke. The total value figure stated in this notice covers the initial contract term plus the optional extension periods. This is further explained within the ITT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06651a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066170-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£933,624 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£933,624 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£305,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£305,200 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 9 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2026-06-30

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VANDENBERGHUK

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