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title: "Systematic review of carbon pricing policy, socioeconomic impacts and public perceptions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a468"
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published: "2025-09-29"
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# Systematic review of carbon pricing policy, socioeconomic impacts and public perceptions

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a468

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## Summary

The recent public procurement process conducted by the Welsh Government, titled "Systematic review of carbon pricing policy, socioeconomic impacts and public perceptions," has reached the award stage. This contract, identified as C044/2025/2026, falls under the industry category of research services and was executed through a limited procurement method, specifically, an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The procurement aimed to address carbon pricing policies within the sectors of heating buildings, transport, and agriculture, with considerations for the Welsh context. The process commenced on 29th September 2025 and was managed by the Welsh Government's Corporate Procurement Services in Cardiff. The contract, valued at £35,875, was awarded to THEVISIONARYS LTD on 17th September 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental policy research and socioeconomic studies, particularly those adept at analysing and contextualising international policies to local contexts like Wales. Companies that can demonstrate a robust understanding of the intersectionality of carbon policy impacts and propose effective mitigation strategies will find this contract appealing. The opportunity was restricted to suppliers registered under the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System, emphasising the requirement for reliable and experienced providers in the field. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on innovative research methods are well-positioned to deliver the comprehensive analysis and recommendations needed, thereby enhancing their portfolio and expanding into governmental contracts.

## Notice

The Welsh Government requires a rigorous and comprehensive systematic review of: Carbon pricing policies (including but not limited to emissions trading) implemented or considered in other parts of the world (at national, subnational or supranational level) and related to the following sectors: heating buildings, transport and agriculture. Mitigation policies to alleviate disproportionate impacts of carbon pricing policies on economically or socially vulnerable groups. Wherever possible/relevant, the bidder is encouraged to take an intersectional approach (see this Welsh Government report for a definition of intersectionality) in their consideration of vulnerable groups. The literature on public perceptions and receptiveness to carbon pricing policies. We require the contractor to contextualise the findings of the review to the Welsh context by discussing how expanding the ETS would impact the population of Wales given the country's unique characteristics.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Welsh Government requires a rigorous and comprehensive systematic review of: 1. Carbon pricing policies (including but not limited to emissions trading) implemented or considered in other parts of the world (at national, subnational or supranational level) and related to the following sectors: heating buildings, transport and agriculture. The review should cover the policies' social and economic impacts, as well as their effectiveness in reducing GHG. 2. Mitigation policies to alleviate disproportionate impacts of carbon pricing policies on economically or socially vulnerable groups. Wherever possible/relevant, the bidder is encouraged to take an intersectional approach (see this Welsh Government report for a definition of intersectionality) in their consideration of vulnerable groups. 3. The literature on public perceptions and receptiveness to carbon pricing policies. We require the contractor to contextualise the findings of the review to the Welsh context by discussing how expanding the ETS would impact the population of Wales given the country's unique characteristics. Based on this, the contractor should produce a set of high-level recommendations on: The feasibility of applying carbon pricing to the aforementioned sectors (heating buildings, transport and agriculture). How the expansion of the ETS can be carried out in line with the principles of a just transition and the policies that can be applied to mitigate disproportionate harm on economically or socially vulnerable groups. The contractor should be able to produce a clear and high-quality report and do a presentation of the findings to the client.

### Procurement Information

Conclusion of a mini competition run under an established Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). Opportunity restricted to suppliers registered on the DPS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060673-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,875 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | CAERDYDD / CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 3NQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THEVISIONARYS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 29 Sep 2025 at 15:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060673-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.wales
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0007

## Provenance

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