Tender

Invitation to Tender - Political monitoring service

PUBLIC SERVICES OMBUDSMAN FOR WALES - OMBWDSMON GWASANAETHAU CYHOEDDUS CYMRU

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Tender

11 Sep 2025 at 12:34

S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Public Services Ombudsman for Wales is inviting tenders for a political monitoring service, under the tender title "Invitation to Tender - Political monitoring service." This open procurement process falls under the "services" category within the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" sector. The tender aims to engage suppliers with the capability to monitor political developments in various governmental entities within Wales, focusing on sectors such as health, local government, and housing. This opportunity is situated in Bridgend, and interested parties should note the tender submission deadline of 17th October 2025, with the award expected by 24th November 2025. The procurement process encourages the use of Welsh in submissions, adhering to the Welsh Language Standards mandated by the Public Services Ombudsman (Wales) Act 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in political consultancy, public policy analysis, or strategic advisory services, particularly those with expertise in Welsh political and public service landscapes. Companies capable of delivering detailed political insights and supportive consultancy services tailored to governmental needs will find this contract particularly beneficial for business growth. Suppliers should be prepared to offer comprehensive, timely updates and advice on political matters affecting public services in Wales, thereby enabling the Ombudsman to effectively engage with the Welsh Parliament and its stakeholders. This tender is well-suited to firms aiming to expand their governmental client base and enhance their profile within the public sector consultancy market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender - Political monitoring service

Notice Description

The Ombudsman is inviting tenders for the provision of political monitoring service tailored to the needs of the office.The focus of the service will be on:* the Welsh Parliament and Welsh Government* the parties represented in the Welsh Parliament* the key stakeholders in Wales responsible for scrutinising the delivery of public services in Wales and contributing their insights to the policy process (such as Audit Wales, Health Inspectorate Wales or Care Inspectorate Wales).The provider of this service will supply a comprehensive and timely service, updating on political developments relevant to the organisations listed above, covering subject areas concerning public services in Wales and the standards of conduct in local democracy in Wales.The Ombudsman may also occasionally require more detailed briefings on specific subjects, as well as advice and support on projects focused on engagement with Members of the Senedd and their staff. The supplier should have expertise and capacity to support the Ombudsman in such projects, for which an additional fee may be chargeable.Of particular importance will be the developments in relation to the health, local government and housing services in Wales, since those services account for the largest proportion of our complaints; as well as developments directly impacting the Ombudsman's office.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=155630.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. Under the Public Services Ombudsman (Wales) Act 2019, PSOW is subject to Welsh Language Standards. In line with the Standards, PSOW welcomes tenders submitted in Welsh and will facilitate the use of Welsh by tenderers and communicate with them in Welsh according to their preference. A tender submitted in Welsh will be treated no less favourably than a tender submitted in English.(WA Ref:155630)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-155630
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=155630
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender 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

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related 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
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
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
PUBLIC SERVICES OMBUDSMAN FOR WALES - OMBWDSMON GWASANAETHAU CYHOEDDUS CYMRU
Contact Name
Katie Mogford
Contact Email
katie.mogford@ombudsman.wales
Contact Phone
+44 3007900203

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGEND
Postcode
CF35 5LJ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bridgend
Electoral Ward
Pencoed and Penprysg
Westminster Constituency
Bridgend

Further Information

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