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C147/2025/2025 - Aligning Marine Planning with Climate Smart Principles

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government, located in Cardiff, has concluded the procurement process for a project titled "Aligning Marine Planning with Climate Smart Principles" under the industry category of services, specifically focusing on marine conservation strategy planning and marine services. As of 30th September 2025, the procurement has reached the award stage, with Abp Marine Environmental Research Ltd (Abpmer) successfully securing the contract. The contract, valued at £58,237, was signed on 29th September 2025. This procurement was initiated via tender, with the aim of integrating climate smart principles into marine planning in Wales to bolster resilience against climate change impacts.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marine environmental research and planning, particularly those familiar with climate resilience strategies. Companies with expertise in stakeholder engagement, climate adaptation, and marine management will find this project aligns with their capabilities. This procurement not only offers a chance to contribute to the development of forward-thinking marine policies but also positions businesses as key players in sustainable environmental practices within Wales, potentially leading to further collaboration with the Welsh government in future projects. The competitive procurement process saw interest from multiple bidders, highlighting the potential for growth and increased visibility in this niche sector.

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Notice Title

C147/2025/2025 - Aligning Marine Planning with Climate Smart Principles

Notice Description

A study exploring how marine planning in Wales can align with climate smart principles to remain effective as climate change impacts exacerbate. The Contractor will conduct a literature review, engage with stakeholders, and produce a report to suggest whether climate smart approaches should be explicitly embedded in the Welsh National Marine Plan or associated guidance to provide greater clarity and direction for development, whilst supporting resilience.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-156312
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=156312
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award 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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

90712300 - Marine conservation strategy planning

98360000 - Marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,237 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20254 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
LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Corporate Procurement Services
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 3000257095

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABP MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LTD (ABPMER

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