Wales's official procurement portal for public sector opportunities. The central platform for Welsh Government, NHS Wales, local councils, and other Welsh public bodies.
Visit Sell2WalesWhat is Sell2Wales?
Sell2Wales is the official procurement portal for the Welsh public sector. It's where Welsh Government, NHS Wales, local authorities, and other public bodies publish tender opportunities.
The platform provides bilingual (English and Welsh) access to Welsh public procurement opportunities.
Who runs it?
Sell2Wales is operated by the Welsh Government's procurement service. It serves as the central publication and tendering platform for Welsh public bodies.
Welsh Government sets procurement policy for devolved matters, with emphasis on community benefits and the foundational economy.
What contracts are published?
Sell2Wales covers Welsh public sector procurement:
- Welsh Government: Central departments and sponsored bodies
- NHS Wales: Health boards and NHS organisations
- Local authorities: All 22 Welsh councils
- Education: Universities, colleges, schools
- Housing associations: Social housing providers
- Other public bodies: Police, fire, transport, etc.
Community benefits
Welsh procurement emphasises community benefits and social value. Contracts often include requirements for:
- Local employment and training opportunities
- Supply chain engagement with Welsh businesses
- Environmental sustainability
- Support for the foundational economy
Demonstrating community benefit delivery can be an evaluation criterion.
Bilingual platform
Sell2Wales operates in both English and Welsh, reflecting Wales's bilingual status. Most tender documentation is in English, but the platform interface is fully bilingual.
Registration
Registration is free and provides:
- Email alerts for matching opportunities
- Access to tender documents
- Online tender submission
- Supplier profile visible to buyers
Strengths
- Comprehensive Welsh coverage: All public sector in one place
- Free access: No cost to register or use
- Bilingual: English and Welsh interface
- Community focus: Clear social value expectations
Limitations
- Wales only: No coverage outside Wales
- Smaller market: Population of 3 million
- Separate from rest of UK: Must monitor alongside other UK portals
Our coverage
We monitor Sell2Wales alongside Find a Tender, Contracts Finder, and Public Contracts Scotland. This gives you complete UK coverage.
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How many notices does Sell2Wales publish?
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| Month | Notices |
|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 180 |
| Dec 2025 | 147 |
| Jan 2026 | 160 |
| Feb 2026 | 161 |
| Mar 2026 | 127 |
| Apr 2026 | 91 |
| May 2026 | 158 |
| Jun 2026 | 181 |
| Jul 2026 | 184 |
| Aug 2026 | 137 |
| Sept 2026 | 188 |
| Oct 2026 | 174 |
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, Open Opportunities collected 1,888 notices from Sell2Wales.
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, Sell2Wales published 1,888 tenders.
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, the largest category of notices from Sell2Wales was Construction work (CPV division 45): an estimated 23% of notices, from a sample of 1,888 counted by the most relevant CPV code Open Opportunities gave each.
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, the most active buyer on Sell2Wales was NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust), with 242 notices.
Of 1,888 tenders sampled from Sell2Wales in the 12 months to 31 October 2026, half gave 28 days or more to respond.
Largest categories
- Construction work: 23%
- Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security: 11%
- Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services: 8%
- Health and social work services: 5%
- Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services: 5%
Most active buyers
- NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust): 242
- City & County of Swansea: 143
- Caerphilly County Borough Council: 80
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sell2Wales free?
Yes, completely free to search, register, and use.
Do I need to be based in Wales to bid?
No. Welsh public procurement is open to all suppliers. Community benefit requirements may favour suppliers able to deliver local impact.
What are community benefits?
Social value outcomes expected from contracts, including local employment, training, supply chain opportunities, and environmental sustainability.
Is Welsh language required?
No. The platform is bilingual but tender documentation is typically in English. Welsh language capability may be relevant for some public-facing contracts.
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