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Bus Bill RIA and recommendations

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by the Welsh Government, specifically through their Corporate Procurement Services, involved the award of a contract titled "Bus Bill RIA and recommendations". This contract falls under the industry category of services, with a particular focus on transport systems consultancy services. Located in Cardiff, the procurement stage has reached the award phase with Ove Arup & Partners as the successful supplier. The contract, valued at £19,468.91, was signed on 30th September 2025. This tender sought to update the Regulatory Impact Assessment for the Bus Services (Wales) Bill, addressing specific recommendations from a recent Finance Committee Report. The procurement method was likely competitive, indicated by the existence of a single bid, and it has now progressed to an active contract status with key project execution due soon.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy for transport systems. Companies possessing expertise in regulatory impact assessments and a strong understanding of public transportation frameworks would be well-suited to engage with this type of project. With the procurement process being facilitated by a major regional government body, successful bidders could leverage this work to establish credibility and foster further business growth within Wales and potentially beyond. Areas for growth include expanding consultancy services to other regional regulatory bodies or diversifying offers within the transport consultancy sector. Engaging in projects like this can significantly enhance a company's portfolio, demonstrating capability in delivering high-value and impactful consultancy services.

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Notice Title

Bus Bill RIA and recommendations

Notice Description

Update the Regulatory Impact Assessment for the Bus Services (Wales) Bill, addressing recommendations 2-5 of the Finance Committee's July 2025 Report

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-156417
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=156417
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,468 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 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, James Roberts
Contact Email
cpsprocurementadvice@gov.wales
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice URLs

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