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title: "WPLS Independent Assessor Framework 7"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-160834"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-03-26"
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# WPLS Independent Assessor Framework 7

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-160834

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Welsh Government seeking an independent assessor for the evaluation of annual returns against the Welsh Public Library Standards for 2026-2028. The project titled "WPLS Independent Assessor Framework 7" falls under the services category, specifically targeting research consultancy and library services. The procurement covers all library services across Wales, requiring evaluation reports in both English and Welsh, culminating in an overarching report and seminars in North and South Wales. The procurement has progressed to the award stage, with Evidence To Action Limited successfully being awarded the contract as of 25th March 2026. The process was initiated through an open method, encouraging submissions from diverse bidders, with key deadlines initially set for late February 2026.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy, evaluation, and library services. Firms with expertise in similar frameworks or public service assessment will find the tender beneficial for reinforcing their presence in the consultancy market. The successful integration of quantitative and qualitative data, alongside bilingual report creation, positions this contract as ideal for consultancies adept in research and development services. Furthermore, businesses exhibiting prowess in collaborative environments, given the interaction with the WPLS Reference Group, will be well-suited for such roles. The tender reflects opportunities for both individual companies and consortia bidding, thereby accommodating a range of organisational capacities.

## Notice

Welsh Government is looking to recruit an independent assessor to evaluate the annual returns of the Welsh Public Library Standards for the years 2026- 2028The aim is to review and summarise, through the production of 22 individual reports, and 1 overarching report, the performance of each public library service in Wales, based on qualitative and quantitative information submitted in June each year as part of the annual reporting exercise against the Welsh Public Library Standards Framework.The objectives are:To assess local authority library service performance for 2026-2028 based on quantitative and qualitative evidence submitted by 22 local authorities. Culture officials will undertake an initial statistical analysis of the quantitative data and this information will be supplied to the successful bidder.To prepare an individual assessment report for each local authority to the timetable outlined. These reports should be evaluative, providing feedback on how the authority is performing against the WPLS Framework, with constructive suggestions for improvement where necessary. The 22 individual reports will be provided in Word format files, and will need to be provided in both English and Welsh. There will also need to be provided a combined report of all 22 authorities for publication on the web.To create an overarching report providing an all-Wales overview.To attend a meeting of the WPLS Reference Group to discuss and moderate the findings of the assessments (The WPLS Reference Group includes the heads of three library services, Welsh Government officials, and a representative of the Welsh Local Government Association).To deliver two face-to-face seminars one in North Wales and one in South Wales to members of Society of Chief Librarians Wales presenting the findings of the overview report.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=160834 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| 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 | 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 | EVIDENCE TO ACTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 16:25 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=160834
- 29 Jan 2026 at 15:20 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=160834

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.wales
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html

## Provenance

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