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Sport Wales Consultants for the Mental Health and Thriving Environments

SPORT WALES

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Summary of the contracting process

Sport Wales, based in Cardiff, is seeking consultants for the Mental Health and Thriving Environments initiative in the sports sector. This project, specified under the industry category of services, aims to embed trauma-informed mental health practices across sport organisations. Key dates include the tender period ending on 10th March 2025 and the award period concluding on 20th March 2025. The procurement, in the award stage as of 28th March 2025, has been facilitated using an open method, reflecting the buyer’s commitment to inclusive and transparent processes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mental health, sport, and consultancy services. Organisations proficient in strategic planning, stakeholder facilitation, and relational trauma-informed practices are highly suitable to compete. Businesses that can provide workshops, training sessions, and support in evidence-based practices in mental health through sport will find this tender particularly beneficial for growth. The ability to co-design with stakeholders and contribute to Welsh Government policy alignment adds further value, making it ideal for consultants with at least three years of relevant experience.

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Notice Title

Sport Wales Consultants for the Mental Health and Thriving Environments

Notice Description

The appointed consultants will play a crucial role in supporting Sport Wales and its partners to embed a relational, trauma-informed approach to mental health and well-being across the sport sector. Their work will contribute to strategic planning, resource development, facilitation, and collaboration to drive sustainable impact. The consultants' responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 1. Embedding Mental Well-being and Thriving Environments in Sport * Supporting partners to integrate a relational and trauma-informed approach to mental health and well-being within sport and physical activity. * Practical application of a relational approach: Designing and delivering workshops, training sessions, and resources that empower organisations to apply well-being-focused practices. * Providing specialist project support to initiatives that enhance mental well-being through sport. 2. Facilitating Strategic Discussions and Thought Leadership * Leading and supporting national and regional discussions on the role of sport in mental health and preventive health agendas. * Assisting partners with strategic planning and implementation, ensuring well-being principles are embedded in policy, funding, and program design. * Enabling cross-sector collaboration to strengthen the impact of sport on community well-being 3. Driving Knowledge Sharing and Best Practice * Facilitating the exchange of learning, insights, and evidence-based practices across sports organisations, health providers, and community partners. * Developing and curating case studies, toolkits, and reports to promote effective mental well-being initiatives. 4. Supporting Collaboration and External Engagement * Helping partners navigate and align their work with national well-being strategies. 5. Strengthening the Evidence Base for Sport and Mental Well-being * Supporting research, data analysis, and evaluation to expand the evidence base on how sport contributes to mental health, resilience, and preventive healthcare. * Identifying emerging opportunities for sport to play a more central role in mental health and well-being strategies. 6. Supporting Welsh Government Policy Alignment and Delivery * Advising on the integration of sport into public health frameworks, advocating for movement-based mental health interventions. The appointed consultants will work in a collaborative and adaptive capacity, ensuring that sport is positioned as a key driver of mental well-being, resilience, and community health across Wales. N.B. Consultants will be allocated to different priority areas dependent upon their skills and experience. Consultants do not need to specialise in all areas to apply to become a consultant, please reference your specialist skills and experience in the tender submission (section 4). It is important that candidates have a knowledge of: * A trauma informed approach to Mental health and Wellbeing * Thriving Environments within sport * Experience of co-designing services with stakeholders to influence and support the sport sector * Application of academic ideas into practical deliverables to meet the needs of partners There will also be an expectation to collaborate with other stakeholders. There is an expectation that any staff delivering workshops/ support to partners will have at least three years of experience in delivering/supporting leaders. It is desirable that any psychologist is HCPC registered. Please note that this is not an essential requirement and will only be necessary for specific areas of work.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-148225
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=148225
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training services

85100000 - Health services

92600000 - Sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 202511 months ago
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
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SPORT WALES
Contact Name
Daniel Jardine
Contact Email
daniel.jardine@sport.wales
Contact Phone
+44 3003003123

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF11 9SW
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
Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INDEPENDENT RESEARCH GROUP

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