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Women's Health Hubs - Formative Evaluation

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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06 Jan 2026 at 13:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government, represented by its Corporate Procurement Services in Cardiff, has completed the procurement process for the formative evaluation of Women's Health Hubs in Wales. This contract, titled "Women's Health Hubs - Formative Evaluation," falls under the services industry category with an emphasis on research services. The award stage was reached on 6th January 2026, following the signing of the contract with Ob3 Research (Old Bell 3 Ltd) on 23rd December 2025. The procurement aimed to conduct a qualitative assessment to guide further development of these health hubs, with the process already moving towards the award stage.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in research and evaluation services, particularly those with expertise in healthcare and social services. Companies focusing on qualitative research methodologies would find this project aligns well with their capabilities. The contract's emphasis on formative evaluation offers a strategic opportunity to establish a long-term partnership with the Welsh Government, potentially leading to further involvement in the expansion and assessment of the Women's Health Hubs. By participating in such initiatives, businesses can enhance their portfolio and gain insights into public sector health projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Women's Health Hubs - Formative Evaluation

Notice Description

The procurement of a qualitative formative evaluation of the development of Women's Health Hubs in Wales.This early formative evaluation will take a qualitative approach. Its purpose will be to inform subsequent WHH development work. It will also contribute to the development of an important foundation for a larger-scale (full) evaluation, which will be conducted at a later stage and as a separate piece of research work. Findings about lessons learned from the implementation stages of the WHHs will be used to inform their further development and expansion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-159970
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159970
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 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
LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
CPS Advice Mailbox
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

OB3 RESEARCH (OLD BELL 3

Further Information

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