---
title: "Qualitative Research to investigate the needs of Hong Kong BN(O) Visa Holders in Wales."
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-158352"
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published: "2025-11-20"
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# Qualitative Research to investigate the needs of Hong Kong BN(O) Visa Holders in Wales.

Buyer: WLGA  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-158352

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## Summary

The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has initiated an open tender process for the qualitative research project aimed at investigating the needs and challenges faced by Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders in Wales. Operating under the main category of services, the tender involves Swansea University for direct award to conduct qualitative research interviews, building upon existing quantitative research they completed earlier. Located in Cardiff, with a focus on research and development services, this project falls under the remit of a regional or local authority. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 2nd December 2025 and the award period concluding by 5th December 2025.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services to engage in a vital project that contributes to understanding the immigrant demographic within Wales. Businesses well-suited to compete for similar tenders include those experienced in carrying out research and development initiatives, particularly within the public services sector. Engaging in such projects can enhance their portfolio, establish connections with regional authorities, and potentially unlock further opportunities within public procurement frameworks across the UK.

## Notice

Notice is hereby given that a direct award is made to Swansea University to carry out qualitative research interviews to investigate the needs and issues of Hong Kong BN(O) Visa holders in Wales.Swansea University carried out quantitative research with an online survey as the first phase of the project. It is proposed that a direct award is made to Swansea University to carry out the second phase of the project, namely qualitative research by means of interviews. The qualitative research directly builds on the earlier quantitative research. Themes identified in the quantitative research will form the discussion points in the qualitative interviews.The value of the direct award is up to PS5,000.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=158352. (WA Ref:158352)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=158352 |
| 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 | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2025 |
| 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 | WLGA |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 5BF |
| 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 | Butetown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2025 at 10:03 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=158352

## Notice URLs

- https://sell2wales.gov.wales
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=158352
- https://www.wlga.wales/home

## Provenance

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