Strategic, Economic, Commercial and Organisational Advisory Services for the National Library of Wales

THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Tender

26 Jun 2026 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

The National Library of Wales, based in Ceredigion, is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of Strategic, Economic, Commercial, and Organisational Advisory Services. This initiative supports the Library's strategic development and transformation outlined in its Strategy for 2025-2030. The procurement process is classified under various categories including research, development, and business consultancy services, with a focus on the long-term sustainability and enhancement of the Library's collections and estate. The procurement follows an open competition method and entails a gross contract value of £144,000, with submissions due by 21st July 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 10th August 2026 and may extend over a three-year period, potentially up to five years if renewed.

This tender offers significant opportunities for consultancies specialising in strategic advisory services, particularly those with experience in capital investments, organisational transformation, and economic analysis. Businesses equipped to provide multi-disciplinary, high-quality, and responsive support are well-positioned to benefit from potentially extended engagements through this contract. The successful consultancy will play a pivotal role in the Library's initiatives aimed at sustainability and growth, positioning itself as a leader in advisory partnerships within the public sector, specifically under Welsh devolved regulations. Small and medium enterprises, as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises, are encouraged to participate, promoting inclusive competition and broad involvement in supporting public sector innovation and strategic advancement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Strategic, Economic, Commercial and Organisational Advisory Services for the National Library of Wales

Notice Description

**English Below** Gwasanaethau Cynghori Strategol, Economaidd, Masnachol a Sefydliadol ar gyfer Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru Mae Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru yn cychwyn ar gyfnod o ddatblygiad strategol a thrawsnewid sylweddol i gefnogi ei Strategaeth ar gyfer 2025-2030. Mae hyn yn cynnwys amrywiaeth o fentrau cyfalaf, gweithredol a sefydliadol posibl sydd a'r nod o sicrhau cynaliadwyedd, hygyrchedd a pherthnasedd hirdymor casgliadau, gwasanaethau ac ystad y Llyfrgell. Fel Corff a Noddir gan Lywodraeth Cymru, rhaid i Lyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru sicrhau bod pob buddsoddiad strategol a phob penderfyniad mawr yn seiliedig ar dystiolaeth gadarn, cynllunio ariannol cadarn, a chydymffurfiaeth ag egwyddorion Llyfr Gwyrdd Trysorlys EF a Gwell Achosion Busnes, yn ogystal a gofynion Llywodraeth Cymru. Dros y blynyddoedd nesaf, mae Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru yn rhagweld yr angen i ddatblygu a chyflawni amrywiaeth o brosiectau a rhaglenni, a all gynnwys: * Buddsoddiad cyfalaf mewn ystad ac isadeiledd * Datblygu gwasanaethau a modelau cyflawni newydd * Mentrau masnacheiddio a chynhyrchu incwm * Trawsnewid sefydliadol a gweithredol * Cyfleoedd adfywio diwylliannol a seiliedig ar le Bydd y mentrau hyn yn gofyn am wahanol lefelau o gymorth cynghori strategol, gan gynnwys datblygu opsiynau cynnar, paratoi rhaglenni ac achosion busnes, dadansoddi masnachol, economaidd ac ariannol, a chynllunio gweithredu. Er mwyn cefnogi'r rhaglen weithgarwch esblygol hon, mae Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru angen mynediad at bartner cynghori dibynadwy a phrofiadol sy'n gallu darparu cymorth o ansawdd uchel, hyblyg ac ymatebol ar draws sawl disgyblaeth. Mae'r broses gaffael hon yn edrych i benodi un ymgynghoriaeth i ddarparu Gwasanaethau Cynghori Strategol, Economaidd, Masnachol a Sefydliadol, gan alluogi Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru i gomisiynu cymorth arbenigol yn effeithlon yn ol yr angen dros gyfnod y contract. Y comisiwn cyntaf i'w ddyfarnu o dan y contract hwn fydd paratoi Achos Busnes Rhaglen sy'n ymwneud a datblygu ystad ychwanegol i gefnogi capasiti storio hirdymor, gwydnwch a datblygiad strategol Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru. Rhoddir rhagor o fanylion yn y fanyleb sydd yn Adran 2 y Gwahoddiad i Dendro. *********************************************** The National Library of Wales is entering a period of significant strategic development and transformation in support of its Strategy for 2025-2030. This includes a range of potential capital, operational and organisational initiatives aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability, accessibility and relevance of the Library's collections, services and estate. As a Welsh Government Sponsored Body, NLW must ensure that all strategic investments and major decisions are underpinned by robust evidence, sound financial planning, and compliance with HM Treasury Green Book and Better Business Cases principles and Welsh Government requirements. Over the coming years, NLW anticipates the need to develop and deliver a range of projects and programmes, which may include: * Capital investment in estate and infrastructure * Development of new services and delivery models * Commercialisation and income generation initiatives * Organisational and operational transformation * Cultural and place-based regeneration opportunities These initiatives will require varying levels of strategic advisory support, including early-stage option development, programme and business case preparation, commercial, economic and financial analysis, and implementation planning. To support this evolving programme of activity, NLW requires access to a trusted, experienced advisory partner capable of providing high-quality, flexible and responsive support across multiple disciplines. This procurement therefore seeks to appoint a single consultancy to provide Strategic, Economic, Commercial and Organisational Advisory Services, enabling NLW to efficiently commission expert support as required over the contract period. The first commission to be awarded under this contract will be the preparation of a Programme Business Case (PBC) which concerns the development of an additional estate to support the National Library of Wales' long-term storage capacity, resilience, and strategic development. Further details are provided in Section 2 - Specification in the ITT.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A three year contract from commencement date (with a possibility of further two-year extension)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bded
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060221-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 10 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF 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
CEREDIGION
Postcode
SY23 3BU
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06bded-2026-06-26T11:17:42+01:00",
    "date": "2026-06-26T11:17:42+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06bded",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-CHC-525775",
            "name": "The National Library of Wales",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-CHC",
                "id": "525775"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Penglais",
                "locality": "Ceredigion",
                "postalCode": "SY23 3BU",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKL14"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Carys Dafydd",
                "email": "carys.dafydd@llyfrgell.cymru"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "https://www.llyfrgell.cymru",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    },
                    {
                        "id": "GB-WLS",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_DEVOLVED_REGULATIONS",
                        "description": "Welsh devolved regulations apply"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-CHC-525775",
        "name": "The National Library of Wales"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "LlGC260604",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Strategic, Economic, Commercial and Organisational Advisory Services for the National Library of Wales",
        "description": "**English Below** Gwasanaethau Cynghori Strategol, Economaidd, Masnachol a Sefydliadol ar gyfer Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru Mae Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru yn cychwyn ar gyfnod o ddatblygiad strategol a thrawsnewid sylweddol i gefnogi ei Strategaeth ar gyfer 2025-2030. Mae hyn yn cynnwys amrywiaeth o fentrau cyfalaf, gweithredol a sefydliadol posibl sydd a'r nod o sicrhau cynaliadwyedd, hygyrchedd a pherthnasedd hirdymor casgliadau, gwasanaethau ac ystad y Llyfrgell. Fel Corff a Noddir gan Lywodraeth Cymru, rhaid i Lyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru sicrhau bod pob buddsoddiad strategol a phob penderfyniad mawr yn seiliedig ar dystiolaeth gadarn, cynllunio ariannol cadarn, a chydymffurfiaeth ag egwyddorion Llyfr Gwyrdd Trysorlys EF a Gwell Achosion Busnes, yn ogystal a gofynion Llywodraeth Cymru. Dros y blynyddoedd nesaf, mae Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru yn rhagweld yr angen i ddatblygu a chyflawni amrywiaeth o brosiectau a rhaglenni, a all gynnwys: * Buddsoddiad cyfalaf mewn ystad ac isadeiledd * Datblygu gwasanaethau a modelau cyflawni newydd * Mentrau masnacheiddio a chynhyrchu incwm * Trawsnewid sefydliadol a gweithredol * Cyfleoedd adfywio diwylliannol a seiliedig ar le Bydd y mentrau hyn yn gofyn am wahanol lefelau o gymorth cynghori strategol, gan gynnwys datblygu opsiynau cynnar, paratoi rhaglenni ac achosion busnes, dadansoddi masnachol, economaidd ac ariannol, a chynllunio gweithredu. Er mwyn cefnogi'r rhaglen weithgarwch esblygol hon, mae Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru angen mynediad at bartner cynghori dibynadwy a phrofiadol sy'n gallu darparu cymorth o ansawdd uchel, hyblyg ac ymatebol ar draws sawl disgyblaeth. Mae'r broses gaffael hon yn edrych i benodi un ymgynghoriaeth i ddarparu Gwasanaethau Cynghori Strategol, Economaidd, Masnachol a Sefydliadol, gan alluogi Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru i gomisiynu cymorth arbenigol yn effeithlon yn ol yr angen dros gyfnod y contract. Y comisiwn cyntaf i'w ddyfarnu o dan y contract hwn fydd paratoi Achos Busnes Rhaglen sy'n ymwneud a datblygu ystad ychwanegol i gefnogi capasiti storio hirdymor, gwydnwch a datblygiad strategol Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru. Rhoddir rhagor o fanylion yn y fanyleb sydd yn Adran 2 y Gwahoddiad i Dendro. *********************************************** The National Library of Wales is entering a period of significant strategic development and transformation in support of its Strategy for 2025-2030. This includes a range of potential capital, operational and organisational initiatives aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability, accessibility and relevance of the Library's collections, services and estate. As a Welsh Government Sponsored Body, NLW must ensure that all strategic investments and major decisions are underpinned by robust evidence, sound financial planning, and compliance with HM Treasury Green Book and Better Business Cases principles and Welsh Government requirements. Over the coming years, NLW anticipates the need to develop and deliver a range of projects and programmes, which may include: * Capital investment in estate and infrastructure * Development of new services and delivery models * Commercialisation and income generation initiatives * Organisational and operational transformation * Cultural and place-based regeneration opportunities These initiatives will require varying levels of strategic advisory support, including early-stage option development, programme and business case preparation, commercial, economic and financial analysis, and implementation planning. To support this evolving programme of activity, NLW requires access to a trusted, experienced advisory partner capable of providing high-quality, flexible and responsive support across multiple disciplines. This procurement therefore seeks to appoint a single consultancy to provide Strategic, Economic, Commercial and Organisational Advisory Services, enabling NLW to efficiently commission expert support as required over the contract period. The first commission to be awarded under this contract will be the preparation of a Programme Business Case (PBC) which concerns the development of an additional estate to support the National Library of Wales' long-term storage capacity, resilience, and strategic development. Further details are provided in Section 2 - Specification in the ITT.",
        "status": "active",
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "73000000",
                        "description": "Research and development services and related consultancy services"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "79300000",
                        "description": "Market and economic research; polling and statistics"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "79400000",
                        "description": "Business and management consultancy and related services"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "79900000",
                        "description": "Miscellaneous business and business-related services"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "92500000",
                        "description": "Library, archives, museums and other cultural services"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKL",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amountGross": 144000,
            "amount": 120000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - open competition",
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "aboveThreshold": false,
        "submissionMethodDetails": "Tenders must be submitted strictly in accordance with the requirements set out in the Tender Document. Bidders must return the following documentation, via the Sell2Wales Portal (https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/), duly completed: 1. Technical Response The Bidder must download and complete all questions within the Technical Response Template. The completed Template must be re-uploaded to the Sell2Wales Portal. 2. Commercial Response The Bidder must download and complete the Commercial Response Template. The Template must be completed and re-uploaded to the Sell2Wales Portal.",
        "submissionTerms": {
            "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed"
        },
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-07-21T12:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "enquiryPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-07-14T17:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amountGross": 144000,
                    "amount": 120000,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Quality Criteria",
                            "description": "Portfolio of Relevant Case Studies (15%); Proposed Team Structure and Resourcing (15%); Method Statements (20%); Understanding of NLW Context and Added Value (10%); Scenario Response: First Commission of Programme Business Case (20%). Further details in the ITT. The Bidder must download and complete all questions within the Technical Response Template. The completed Template must be re-uploaded to the Sell2Wales Portal.",
                            "numbers": [
                                {
                                    "number": 80,
                                    "weight": "percentageExact"
                                }
                            ]
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "cost",
                            "name": "Commercial Criteria",
                            "description": "Evaluation will be based on the lowest all-inclusive price (excluding VAT) for the delivery of the first commission (Programme Business Case), as described in Section 2: Specification on the ITT. Further details in the ITT. The Bidder must download and complete the Commercial Response Template. The Template must be completed and re-uploaded to the Sell2Wales Portal.",
                            "numbers": [
                                {
                                    "number": 20,
                                    "weight": "percentageExact"
                                }
                            ]
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "suitability": {
                    "sme": true,
                    "vcse": true
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "startDate": "2026-08-10T00:00:00+01:00",
                    "endDate": "2029-08-10T23:59:59+01:00",
                    "maxExtentDate": "2031-08-10T23:59:59+01:00"
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "A three year contract from commencement date (with a possibility of further two-year extension)"
                }
            }
        ],
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "L-1",
                "documentType": "biddingDocuments",
                "description": "Invitation to Tender - NLW Strategic, Economic, Commercial and Organisational Advisory Services",
                "url": "https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=372059"
            },
            {
                "id": "L-2",
                "documentType": "biddingDocuments",
                "description": "Commercial Response Template",
                "url": "https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=372060"
            },
            {
                "id": "L-3",
                "documentType": "biddingDocuments",
                "description": "Technical Response Template",
                "url": "https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=372061"
            },
            {
                "id": "L-4",
                "documentType": "biddingDocuments",
                "description": "NLW Standard Terms and Conditions January 2022 - Cymraeg",
                "url": "https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=372062"
            },
            {
                "id": "L-5",
                "documentType": "biddingDocuments",
                "description": "NLW Standard Terms and Conditions January 2022 - English",
                "url": "https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=372063"
            },
            {
                "id": "060221-2026",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK4",
                "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060221-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-06-26T11:17:42+01:00",
                "format": "text/html"
            }
        ]
    },
    "language": "en"
}