---
title: "Local Timber Supply Chain Review"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-162706"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-162706.json"
source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-03-10"
---

# Local Timber Supply Chain Review

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-162706

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Local Timber Supply Chain Review" was conducted by the Welsh Government, focusing on the development of local timber supply chains in Wales. Located in Cardiff, the contracting authority sought services classified under research and development consultancy, with the procurement stage already reaching the award phase by March 2026. Key activities included a review of existing data, gap analysis, and exploration of establishing initiatives similar to the Association of Scottish Hardwood Sawmillers. The contract, valued at £83,383, was awarded to Woodknowledge Wales Ltd, and it was signed in November 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for enterprises specialising in consultancy services within the timber and forestry sector. It is particularly relevant for firms with expertise in supply chain analysis, environmental consulting, and local business development within Wales. Companies able to contribute innovative solutions towards enhancing the value-added operations of sawmills, mapping timber flows, and addressing challenges faced by small-scale mills stand to benefit from engaging with the outcomes of this contract. Businesses that can develop local initiatives akin to established organisations elsewhere in the UK would find this tender beneficial for growth and expansion in the industry.

## Notice

To identify actions for local supply chain development, including scoping thepotential for an initiative for Wales, similar to the Association of Scottish HardwoodSawmillers (ASHS) , to benefit local businesses including farmers and smallwoodland owners, foresters, local sawmillers and furniture makers.* Undertake a desk top review of existing data and prepare gap analysis.* Compile availability and volumes of timber in Wales and the volumes sold annually.* List the active sawmills in Wales.* Assess the value-added operations of sawmills.* Map the flow of timber harvested in Wales by species through the supply* chain* Detail challenges of small mills* Assess the sawmill waste/by-product sales and assess the potential for higher value use* Explore the potential for setting up a Welsh equivalent of the Association* of Scottish Hardwood Sawmillers* Explore potential opportunities for development of the local timber supply* chain

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=162706 |
| 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 | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £83,383 |
| 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 | WOODKNOWLEDGE WALES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 14:36 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=162706

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.wales

## Provenance

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