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CREATION OF A DIGITAL EXPERIENCE THROUGH THE MINECRAFT PLATFORM

Careers Wales

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jan 2026 at 11:38

S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

23 Dec 2025 at 11:03

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

The public procurement process managed by Careers Wales involves the "Creation of a Digital Experience Through the Minecraft Platform." This project falls under the services category, specifically focusing on software packages and IT services. Careers Wales, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Welsh Government, aims to engage Key Stage 2 learners (ages 7-11) across Wales by promoting enterprise and entrepreneurial thinking through gamified learning activities on the Minecraft platform. The project, valued at approximately £115,000, includes an initial build and a three-year maintenance agreement. The procurement process followed an open procurement method, with electronic submissions required by 23rd January 2026. The award stage was completed on 30th January 2026, with Causeway Digital Ltd appointed as the supplier, marking the transition from tender to active contract status.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the software development and educational technology sectors. Companies experienced in creating educational content, specifically through Minecraft, are well-suited to compete in such initiatives that highlight digital learning and engagement. The project supports long-term collaboration with Careers Wales, offering potential further development and maintenance work should additional funds become available within the three-year contract period. Business entities capable of delivering educational solutions that integrate technology, interactivity, and specific geographical and cultural elements will find this tender conducive to fostering business growth and innovation in the digital education market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CREATION OF A DIGITAL EXPERIENCE THROUGH THE MINECRAFT PLATFORM

Notice Description

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd (CCDG) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Welsh Government trading as Gyrfa Cymru Careers Wales, we are contracted to provide an all age, independent and impartial careers information, advice and guidance service for Wales.We support the Welsh Government's strategic objectives as identified in the Programme for Government and related Welsh Government policies.Part of our remit is to support the delivery of Careers and Work-Related Experiences (CWRE) in primary, secondary and special school settings, as part of the Curriculum for Wales. Careers Wales is responsible for the delivery of the Welsh Government supported "Big Ideas Wales" project in education settings across Wales, which is intended to promote enterprise and entrepreneurship to learners. Further details of the Big Ideas Wales project can be accessed via the Big Ideas Wales websiteTenders may be submitted in Welsh or English. In all aspects of this procurement process, tenders submitted in Welsh will be given equal consideration to those submitted in English.Careers Wales is looking to create a digital experience, aimed at Key Stage 2 learners (7-11 years) to educate and engage learners about enterprise and entrepreneurship through the Minecraft platform. We expect the final product to offer gamified learning activities to promote and inspire entrepreneurial thinking with a specific Welsh element.We are tendering to appoint an external Minecraft builder to work with Careers Wales and key stakeholders on the development of this product.The indicative value of this tender will be PS115,000.The contract value will cover the initial build plus a three-year maintenance agreement (to cover bug fixes and/or issues related to platform upgrades).The contract will also include future development work within the three-year period following the delivery of the product, should funds become available.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-159766
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159766
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

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20266 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Careers Wales
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 2HH
Postcode Area
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

Causeway Digital Ltd

Further Information

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