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White Ribbon UK Accreditation

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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08 Apr 2026 at 13:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government (Llywodraeth Cymru) has entered the award stage of a public procurement process for the provision of White Ribbon UK Accreditation, valued at £27,075 with the gross amount of £32,490. The procurement, categorized under equal opportunities consultancy services, is intended to strengthen the Welsh Government's commitment to gender equality and combat violence against women and girls. The accreditation aligns with various strategic equality objectives held by the government and spans from 1st March 2026 to 1st March 2029. The direct procurement method used was below threshold without competition, reflecting the specialized nature of the service needed, with the contract being signed on 27th February 2026. The procurement took place under Welsh devolved regulations and supports a feminist cultural approach within governmental operations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in accreditation, gender equality consulting, and cultural development within organizational settings, particularly those familiar with government initiatives and regulations. Large-scale companies experienced in supporting public authority objectives and those holding value in public sector partnerships will find this opportunity a fitting environment to leverage their expertise. Moreover, such engagement allows entities to reinforce their reputational standing while contributing to societal goals like gender equality, potentially boosting both credibility and business growth in aligned sectors.

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Notice Title

White Ribbon UK Accreditation

Notice Description

To provide White Ribbon Accreditation from 2026-2029. The Welsh Government aims to be a feminist government and White Ribbon accreditation demonstrates our commitment to gender equality and ending violence against women and girls. This aligns with commitments in our Strategic Equality Plan, our National Equality Objectives and Gender Equality Action Plan. Accreditation enables us to demonstrate our commitment to ending violence against women and girls, our commitment to gender equality and compliance with legislation (Equality Act 2010, Worker Protection Act 2023, Wellbeing of Future Generations Act 2015.) Accreditation supports the creation of a positive and safe organisational culture and equips staff to recognise and address harmful behaviours like sexism and harassment. Accreditation also increases reputational value among staff, stakeholders, and the wider public.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067e21
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031998-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,075 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WHITE RIBBON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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