---
title: "Level 4 - Forest Works Manager - Qualification"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066da2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-03-18"
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# Level 4 - Forest Works Manager - Qualification

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066da2

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## Summary

The Welsh Government has completed a procurement process titled "Level 4 - Forest Works Manager - Qualification". The procurement was managed by their Corporate Procurement Services based in Cardiff, under Welsh devolved regulations. The contract, awarded on 17th February 2026, is valid from 20th February 2026 to 31st March 2027 and is valued at £49,465 excluding VAT. This procurement falls within the services industry category, specifically environmental training services, and aims to support the University of Cumbria to deliver the Level 4 qualification for Forestry Work Managers in Wales. The procurement was conducted directly, below the threshold, without competitive tendering.

This tender presents an opportunity for educational institutions and providers involved in environmental training services to grow by collaborating with government agencies to deliver specialised qualifications. Organisations that offer training or professional development in forestry, environmental science, or related fields would find this procurement beneficial. The partnership with the Welsh Government could enhance the institution’s reputation and expand its influence in public-sector education, specifically in Wales. Businesses with expertise in curriculum development, training programme delivery, and those with existing ties to higher education establishments may be well-suited to compete in similar procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Level 4 - Forest Works Manager - Qualification C386/2025/2026 Support Cumbria University to deliver the Forest Works Manager Level 4 qualification, Experienced Forestry Worker Route, in Wales.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024624-2026 |
| 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 | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £49,465 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80540000 - Environmental training services

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2026 at 13:42 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024624-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024624-2026
  18th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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