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ENERGY RESEARCH AND POLICY SUPPORT

Future Generations Commissioner for Wales

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20 Mar 2026 at 11:19

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales is actively seeking a contractor to provide energy research and policy support, with a particular focus on advising Welsh Ministers and public bodies on energy issues. This tender, currently at the stage of open competition, is situated within the public authority sub-central government sector and abides by Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement process is set to conclude with submissions due by the 16th of April 2026. Located in Cardiff, the office is based in Tramshed Tech and offers an estimated contract value up to £60,000. Interested parties can participate by submitting applications electronically via the Sell2Wales platform, with the enquiry period ending on the 6th of April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in energy and related services, research and development services, and consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) stand to benefit significantly from this opportunity, given the focus on providing informed advice and policy recommendations at regional and national levels. Companies with expertise in the Welsh energy sector and a proven track record of research and analysis work will be ideal candidates. The project involves multiple stages, including research, consultation, analysis, and report writing, which could facilitate business growth and establish a stronger presence in the renewable energy advisory market. The contract includes options for potential renewal or contingency services, allowing businesses the flexibility to showcase their range of services and innovation capacity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ENERGY RESEARCH AND POLICY SUPPORT

Notice Description

The Commissioner is exploring the application of his statutory powers and duties to provide informed advice and recommendations to Welsh Ministers and public bodies on energy issues. The successful provider will be expected to deliver the following: Stage 1 * The first stage will require the successful bidder to undertake desk research to consider the options for providing advice to Welsh Ministers and public bodies on energy issues; Stage 2 * An involvement and consultation exercise on behalf of the Commissioner to refine and decide on the objectives of the work programme and appropriate output(s), including the potential of a review; Stage 3 * Research and analysis work to meet the work programme objectives and outputs agreed at Stage 2; Stage 4 * Writing up of advice and/or a report or a series of reports with findings and recommendations, to be signed off by the Commissioner and then published. Further detail on each stage is provided in the downloadable specification document (in Welsh and English).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Final contract price will depend on services delivered.

Renewal: Allowing possible contingency

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067017
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025649-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Future Generations Commissioner for Wales
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF11 6BH
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
Grangetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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