--- title: "An Independent Review of the sport of Bowls in Wales" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-116090" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-116090" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-116090.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-116090.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BOWLSWALES" published: "2021-11-22" --- # An Independent Review of the sport of Bowls in Wales Buyer: BOWLSWALES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-kuma6s-116090 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-116090) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-116090.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being conducted by BowlsWales, the co-ordinating body for the sport of bowls in Wales. The tender, titled "An Independent Review of the sport of Bowls in Wales," falls under the services category and aims to engage a consultant for a comprehensive review of the sport's governance, structure, and operations. The location of the buying organisation is Cardiff, with the tender period concluding on 7 January 2022, and an award decision expected by 24 January 2022. This open procurement method allows suppliers to submit their bids electronically via the Sell2Wales platform. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in governance, sports management, and organisational development, as well as businesses involved in recreational and cultural services. Companies that can offer expertise in areas such as equality, diversity and inclusion, communication strategies, safeguarding, and the use of technology will be well-positioned to compete. The involvement of various stakeholders in the process encourages diverse perspectives, thereby enriching the review's outcomes and enhancing potential business growth in the sector. ## Notice BowlsWales is the Co-ordinating body for bowls in Wales. BowlsWales are responsible for promoting and encouraging the sport of Bowls; providing support to its Members; representing and protecting the interests of its Members; providing Bowls education, training and other services to all Members and to the general public.To commission an experienced consultant to conduct a comprehensive review of the sport of Bowls and its structure in Wales.The current structure, with BowlsWales operating as an independent entity alongside six National Governing Bodies (NGBs) and one 'service organisation' (representing umpires) has been in place since 2017.An independent consultancy was commissioned by Bowls Wales in May 2021 to conduct research and to provide guidance and recommendations about the parameters of a review of the sport through conducting in-depth interviews covering a range of areas with BowlsWales and NGBs representatives.This scoping review was conducted by Counsel LTD. A comprehensive report of findings and a set of recommendations is included in appendix A.We now wish to appoint a consultant who can undertake a comprehensive review of the sport of Bowls in Wales. The review will cover the following areas: Governance Structure Communication Safeguarding Development Performance Coaching & Officiating PR & MarketingAcross all areas, the review should consider issues around: Equality, diversity and inclusion The use of technologyThe review should ensure that the views of all interested parties are sought and that a range of opportunities are available for individuals, clubs and other stakeholders to contribute to the review are provided.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=116090.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (WA Ref:116090) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116090 | | Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Not specified | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BOWLSWALES | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF11 9SW | | 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 | Riverside | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff West | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services - 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 92600000 - Sporting services ## Release History - 22 Nov 2021 at 13:36 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116090 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=NOV380167&idx=1 22nd November 2021 - An Independent Review of the sport of Bowls in Wales- REQUIREMENT DETAILS & RESPONSE ## Notice URLs - https://bowlswales.com/ - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=116090.The - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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