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Research & development in Wales
Public sector contract notices in research & development covering Wales, from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder.
Research & development notices in Wales
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Cardiff and Vale Market Stability Report
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board wants a comprehensive Market Stability Assessment and Service Sufficiency Review across their health and social care services. The work includes stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and a final report with recommendations on service capacity, sustainability, quality and demand over the next five years.
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Bwrdd Partneriaeth Rhanbarthol Plant Gogledd Cymru: Adolygiad Gwasanaethau Plant./ North Wales Children's Regional Partnership Board: Childrens Service Review.
Denbighshire County Council and North Wales local authorities need a review of children's services across the region, with focus on mental health support following COVID-19. The review will examine current provision, referral pathways, and complexity of need across six local authorities and the health board.
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Cymru Can Strategy Review
The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales wants an independent expert assessment of how well their Cymru Can strategy is working and how to update it for the next three years. You'll review internal and external data, annual performance reports, and the Welsh Government's Future Trends report.
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Training on Homelessness Act 2026
Welsh Government wants a national training programme designed and delivered to prepare practitioners for Phase 1 of the new Homelessness and Social Housing Allocation Act 2026. The programme must cover the legislative requirements and support implementation across Wales.
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Specialist Consultancy Services for the South West Wales Datgloi Powering Cleaner Rivers Project
Pembrokeshire County Council needs specialist consultancy to assess the technical, environmental, regulatory, commercial and financial viability of a catchment-scale anaerobic digestion project. The project would process agricultural slurry and organic waste into renewable energy and recovered nutrients across the South West Wales region.
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Climate Vulnerability Intelligence Dashboard Feasibility Project
South East Wales Corporate Joint Committee wants a feasibility study for a Climate Vulnerability Intelligence Dashboard that combines climate, carbon, environmental, health, demographic and socio-economic data to help public sector bodies make evidence-led climate adaptation decisions.
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C120/2026/2027 - Process evaluation of the Disabled People’s Rights Plan
Welsh Government wants a process evaluation of its new Disabled People's Rights Plan, a 10-year framework for advancing rights and opportunities for 670,000 disabled people in Wales. The work includes assessing implementation of 67 short-term actions due by end-2027 and baselining for future impact evaluation.
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Circular Economy Health Check
WRAP wants a contractor to design a 'Circular Economy Health Check' tool for Welsh manufacturers. The tool will include an assessment process, questionnaire, and scoring system to help manufacturers identify how they're engaging with circular principles and opportunities to reduce waste.
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Ceredigion - Llandysul - Design Feasibility Studies for Future Site Development
Ceredigion County Council wants design-led feasibility studies on two existing sites to explore potential future development options. The work includes site analysis, stakeholder engagement, concept design options, and reporting.
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Strategaeth Llety Gofal Cymdeithasol i Oedolion - Merthyr Tudful / Adult Social Care Accommodation Strategy - Merthyr Tydfil
Merthyr Tydfil Council needs a feasibility study to shape its adult social care accommodation and services strategy. The research will identify priorities for housing and support to meet local adult population needs.
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Supply of design and manufacture of Interpretation panels and digital content - Linda Vista gardens, Abergavenny.
Monmouthshire County Council needs design, manufacture and installation of interpretation panels and signage plus digital content for Linda Vista historic gardens in Abergavenny. The work is part of a heritage and tourism enhancement project funded by the Welsh Government's Brilliant Basics scheme.
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Specialist support to develop the Strategic Development Plan (SDP) Evidence Base for the North Wales Corporate Joint Committee
Ambition North Wales needs specialist support to develop and review the evidence base for a Strategic Development Plan. This is foundational research and analysis work to underpin SDP preparation.
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Project PaLaDIn Maximising Interactium Benefits FSHD as a case study
Develop and test frameworks to help FSHD patient groups across seven European countries lead cross-sector collaboration using the Interactium platform. Create a health technology assessment model and standard operating procedures for FSHD, plus a navigator program to support patients in clinical trial decisions.
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High geochemical lead survey
The FSA needs sampling and analysis of lead levels in food grown or reared in high geochemical lead areas across GB. The work will establish a baseline of lead contamination in these regions to inform food safety policy.
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Provision of an External Consultant to Assist the Council in Developing an Air Quality Strategy
Caerphilly County Borough Council needs a consultant to develop a Local Air Quality Strategy aligned with Welsh Government guidance. The strategy will outline the council's commitments to improving air quality and reducing health inequalities from pollution.
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Contract for Execution of Morfa Quay and New Cut Road Pontoons
Design and build contract for two pontoons at Morfa Quay and New Cut Road in Swansea. The contractor will manage all professional disciplines under an ECC NEC3 main works contract.
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Feasibility Studies Adult Services & Preventions
Newport City Council needs three feasibility studies: residential homes and wellbeing village (adult services), and integrated health & social care hub (prevention services). All three reports must be delivered by mid-March 2026.
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Tŷ Pawb Phase 2 Capital Development, Wrexham – Feasibility Study and Business Plan
Wrexham County Borough Council is commissioning a feasibility study and business plan for Phase 2 of Tŷ Pawb, a capital development project in Wrexham. The work includes analysis and advisory services to support project viability and next steps.
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Review of the Train, Work, Live Campaign and associated financial incentives scheme.
Welsh Government needs a rigorous analysis of their Train, Work, Live scheme-a financial incentive programme-with quantitative and qualitative research to shape future policy. The work requires understanding of health education, NHS pressures, and higher education challenges.
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Web Content Designer
Sport Wales needs a web content designer to create and rework website content, ensuring it's user-centred, accessible, and bilingual in English and Welsh. The role involves following their style guide, meeting WCAG 2.2 AA standards, and optimising for search.
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Prosiect ymchwil i gefnogi comisiynu adnoddau llythrennedd yn y dyfodol / Research project to support the future commissioning of literacy resources
Caerphilly County Borough Council and Adnodd Cyfyngedig want a mixed-methods research project to evaluate available literacy resources, measure their impact, and guide future commissioning decisions. The work will inform strategic priorities for educational resources that promote literacy.
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HOUSING AND HEALTH PUBLIC HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board needs a Health Needs Assessment examining how housing affects health in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The work will review evidence on housing and health generally, with specific focus on children, people with disabilities, and those in temporary housing.
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Review of Key Human Resources Policies to Support Wrexham County Borough Council Change Agenda
Wrexham County Borough Council wants an external review of their key human resources policies to support their organisational change programme. The review will inform policy updates across the council.
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Contract for Execution of Morfa Quay and New Cut Road Pontoons
Swansea Council needs a contractor to design, supply, and install two pontoons at Morfa Quay and New Cut Road. The work is a fixed-price contract up to £449,999.
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EMFSME ITT
DECA seeks supply of Electromagnetic Field Strength Survey Meter Sets. The contract covers radiation monitors and non-destructive testing services for military electronic systems.