Planning

Establishment and operation of a fund for disabled candidates standing for election in Wales

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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Planning

02 Dec 2024 at 13:00

S2W Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government is initiating a procurement process to find an appropriate fund administrator to manage the establishment and operation of a fund supporting disabled candidates standing for election in Wales. The procurement is currently in the Planning stage as of 2 December 2024. The contract will span two electoral cycles: the Senedd election in May 2026 and local government election in May 2027. The fund, valued up to GBP 75,000, will cover the additional costs disabled candidates incur while seeking election, with the successful bidder responsible for preparation, awareness-raising, and managing the application process. The buying organisation, Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government, is based in Cardiff, and the procurement falls under the services category, specifically equal opportunities consultancy services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fund management, consultancy services, and those experienced in promoting equal opportunities. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in managing similar funds or support services, particularly in promoting and aiding applicants through advisory services. By securing this contract, businesses can demonstrate their commitment to social inclusion and equal opportunities, potentially enhancing their reputation and opening doors to further public sector contracts. The successful supplier will not only manage the fund but play a crucial role in shaping its impact, ensuring the fund meets the needs of disabled candidates effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Establishment and operation of a fund for disabled candidates standing for election in Wales

Notice Description

The Welsh Government is seeking an appropriate fund administrator to deliver a contract for preparation, awareness raising and operation of a fund to support disabled candidates seeking election to the Senedd in May 2026 and local government in May 2027. The fund (not part of this contract) will provide support to cover the additional costs of seeking election because of candidates' disabilities. The value of the fund is currently set at up to GBP75,000 across the two election cycles. The successful bidder will be paid a fee to deliver the contract the value of which will be confirmed in the tender documents.The contract to manage the fund will build on the pilot Access to Elected Office fund developed and operated by Disability Wales at the 2021 and 2022 Senedd and local government elections in Wales where awards of approximately PS24,000 were made to 23 applicants. Further information regarding the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales - Disability Wales pilot can be found here - https://www.disabilitywales.org/projects/access-to-elected-office-fund-wales/Since the pilot there has been a high level of interest and support for the fund, and we anticipate future demand will be higher. A key part of the role for the supplier will be promoting the fund, encouraging and providing support to potential applicants.The supplier will be expected to take account of recommendations from the independent evaluation of the fund and other parameters specified by the Welsh Ministers in developing and setting up the new fund. The Review of the Access to Elected Office Fund for Wales pilot can be found here -https://www.gov.wales/review-access-elected-office-fund-wales-pilotThe successful supplier will be awarded a 2 year contract which will cover the election cycles for the May 2026 Senedd and May 2027 local ordinary elections (with the possibility of extension) to deliver the following service requirements:* Developing the fund within parameters issued by Welsh Ministers- Promoting and Publicising the scheme to potential applicants- Development and operation of advisory service for potential applicants about support available- Development and operation of application and assessment process and decision making about approval / rejection of applications- Provision of funding for successful applications - either direct to successful applicants or to providers of services to them through Welsh Government financing processes- Reporting to Welsh Government and records management.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=146340.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-146340
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146340
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Lyndsey Margetson
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CAERDYDD / 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

Further Information

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