---
title: "Wales NCM Software Validation Service 2026-2027"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-161794"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-02-18"
---

# Wales NCM Software Validation Service 2026-2027

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-161794

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## Summary

The public procurement process led by Llywodraeth Cymru (Welsh Government) involves the tender titled "Wales NCM Software Validation Service 2026–2027," focusing on the provision of technical validation services for Wales NCM software. Specifically, it includes the assessment of the DSM and SBEM-interface tools, supporting Building Regulations. This procurement falls under the services industry category, particularly in research and development consultancy services, identified by CPV code 73200000. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, with the award being granted to Aecom Limited on 18th February 2026. The primary location for this contract is Cardiff, where the Welsh Government's Corporate Procurement Services are based.

This contract offers a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in technical validation services and consultancy in the software domain, particularly those involved in supporting and assessing building regulation compliance tools. Organisations with expertise in the development, testing, and validation of technical software would be well-placed to compete in similar future tenders. It creates potential growth for companies aiming to collaborate with governmental bodies, such as the Welsh Government, in delivering high-quality solutions. The procurement, valued at £68,700 GBP, represents not only financial benefits but also a strategic relationship with a major government authority, promising future engagements in similar service provisions.

## Notice

Provision of technical validation services for Wales NCM software, including assessment of DSM and SBEM-interface tools in support of Building Regulations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=161794 |
| 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 | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £68,700 |
| 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 | AECOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 14:57 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=161794

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.wales

## Provenance

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