--- title: "ENERGY RESEARCH AND POLICY SUPPORT" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067017" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067017" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067017.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067017.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FUTURE GENERATIONS COMMISSIONER FOR WALES" published: "2026-03-20" --- # ENERGY RESEARCH AND POLICY SUPPORT Buyer: FUTURE GENERATIONS COMMISSIONER FOR WALES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067017 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067017) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067017.json) ## Summary The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales is actively seeking a contractor to provide energy research and policy support, with a particular focus on advising Welsh Ministers and public bodies on energy issues. This tender, currently at the stage of open competition, is situated within the public authority sub-central government sector and abides by Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement process is set to conclude with submissions due by the 16th of April 2026. Located in Cardiff, the office is based in Tramshed Tech and offers an estimated contract value up to £60,000. Interested parties can participate by submitting applications electronically via the Sell2Wales platform, with the enquiry period ending on the 6th of April 2026. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in energy and related services, research and development services, and consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) stand to benefit significantly from this opportunity, given the focus on providing informed advice and policy recommendations at regional and national levels. Companies with expertise in the Welsh energy sector and a proven track record of research and analysis work will be ideal candidates. The project involves multiple stages, including research, consultation, analysis, and report writing, which could facilitate business growth and establish a stronger presence in the renewable energy advisory market. The contract includes options for potential renewal or contingency services, allowing businesses the flexibility to showcase their range of services and innovation capacity. ## Notice The Commissioner is exploring the application of his statutory powers and duties to provide informed advice and recommendations to Welsh Ministers and public bodies on energy issues. The successful provider will be expected to deliver the following: Stage 1 * The first stage will require the successful bidder to undertake desk research to consider the options for providing advice to Welsh Ministers and public bodies on energy issues; Stage 2 * An involvement and consultation exercise on behalf of the Commissioner to refine and decide on the objectives of the work programme and appropriate output(s), including the potential of a review; Stage 3 * Research and analysis work to meet the work programme objectives and outputs agreed at Stage 2; Stage 4 * Writing up of advice and/or a report or a series of reports with findings and recommendations, to be signed off by the Commissioner and then published. Further detail on each stage is provided in the downloadable specification document (in Welsh and English). ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: Final contract price will depend on services delivered. Renewal: Allowing possible contingency ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025649-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | Lots value | £50,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FUTURE GENERATIONS COMMISSIONER FOR WALES | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF11 6BH | | 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 | Grangetown | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 71314000 - Energy and related services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 20 Mar 2026 at 11:19 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025649-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025649-2026 20th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=364360 Tender specification document in English - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=364361 Tender specification document in Welsh ## Notice URLs - http://www.futuregenerations.wales - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/ - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/BidsubmissionsmustbemadethroughSell2Wales. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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