---
title: "Evaluation of the Safeguarding LINC Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06661a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-10"
---

# Evaluation of the Safeguarding LINC Project

Buyer: CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06661a

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Carmarthenshire County Council involves the Evaluation of the Safeguarding LINC Project, under the industry category of Research and Development Services. Located in Carmarthen, Wales, this contract has reached the Award stage, with key dates including the signing on 23 February 2026 and completion by 31 August 2026. The procurement method utilised was direct, categorised as "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a streamlined process without open competition. The award, valued at £31,507 in a contract worth £37,808 gross, highlights involvement from Cardiff University as the supplier, a large-scale entity based in Cardiff.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for business growth in the field of research and development services, particularly for experienced large-scale suppliers accustomed to direct engagements and specialised consultancy services. Organisations capable of delivering high-quality research and project development work within the public authority framework will find this contract advantageous for bolstering their portfolio. As public authorities such as Carmarthenshire County Council continue seeking innovations in safeguarding evaluation projects, similar service providers might consider positioning themselves strategically for upcoming tenders to expand their market reach in the public sector.

## Notice

SCALE awarded a contract for research and project development work to help inform an evaluation of the Safeguarding Linc Project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021234-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £31,507 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARMARTHEN |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA31 1JP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL42 South West Wales |
| Local authority | Carmarthenshire |
| Electoral ward | Carmarthen Town North and South |
| Westminster constituency | Caerfyrddin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 11:04 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021234-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021234-2026
  10th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.wales
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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