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Wales NCM Software Validation Service 2026-2027

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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18 Feb 2026 at 14:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Llywodraeth Cymru (Welsh Government) involves the tender titled "Wales NCM Software Validation Service 2026–2027," focusing on the provision of technical validation services for Wales NCM software. Specifically, it includes the assessment of the DSM and SBEM-interface tools, supporting Building Regulations. This procurement falls under the services industry category, particularly in research and development consultancy services, identified by CPV code 73200000. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, with the award being granted to Aecom Limited on 18th February 2026. The primary location for this contract is Cardiff, where the Welsh Government's Corporate Procurement Services are based.

This contract offers a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in technical validation services and consultancy in the software domain, particularly those involved in supporting and assessing building regulation compliance tools. Organisations with expertise in the development, testing, and validation of technical software would be well-placed to compete in similar future tenders. It creates potential growth for companies aiming to collaborate with governmental bodies, such as the Welsh Government, in delivering high-quality solutions. The procurement, valued at £68,700 GBP, represents not only financial benefits but also a strategic relationship with a major government authority, promising future engagements in similar service provisions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wales NCM Software Validation Service 2026-2027

Notice Description

Provision of technical validation services for Wales NCM software, including assessment of DSM and SBEM-interface tools in support of Building Regulations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-161794
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=161794
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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£68,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20265 days 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
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

AECOM

Further Information

Notice URLs

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