---
title: "Review of the NPS Charter and Kitemark"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-153257"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2025-07-09"
---

# Review of the NPS Charter and Kitemark

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-153257

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Welsh Government, operating from Cardiff, focuses on a contract titled "Review of the NPS Charter and Kitemark." It falls under the services industry category, specifically pertaining to research and development services and consultancy, with the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code 73000000. This process, currently at the award stage, saw the contract awarded to Ecorys UK Limited based in Birmingham, with the contract signed on 30th June 2025. The project's aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of charters and accreditation schemes in supporting public sector organisations, with an award value of £31,675. Five bids were submitted during this procurement process, indicating competitive interest from various parties.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those involved with policy evaluation and development within the public sector. Companies with expertise in analysing public sector frameworks and youth participation will find this contract beneficial for expanding their portfolio. The Welsh Government, known for its initiatives in enhancing public service efficacy, provides a prestigious platform for businesses looking to strengthen their market presence and contribute to meaningful improvements in public sector strategies. The successful completion of such projects can enhance a company’s credibility and open doors to further government-led initiatives.

## Notice

The research will meet the following aims:Aim one: To review evidence surrounding the efficacy of charters, accreditation schemes and awards in supporting organisations to embed national approaches in practice. This aspect of the research will synthesise key literature to understand the characteristics of the most effective approaches within the public sector.Aim two: To undertake qualitative methods with public sector organisations responsible for promoting children and young people's participation to understand:* the barriers facing organisations from adopting the NPS Charter and Kitemark, preventing uptake of the schemes* the extent to which the Charter and Kitemark support organisations to deliver and embed the NPS* the reasons why some organisations have chosen alternative frameworks or models to promote participation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153257 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,675 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2025 at 15:19 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153257

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.wales

## Provenance

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