Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience

SCOTTISH CANALS

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience" has been recently completed by Scottish Canals, a non-departmental public body operating from Glasgow. This contract was focused on developing the Kelpies in Falkirk, Scotland, into an activity-based attraction, classified under the travel agency, tour operator, and tourist assistance services industry category. The tender was a concession contract published earlier as part of an award procedure with prior publication of a call for competition. The procurement attracted the interest of potential partners for designing, building, servicing, and operating the new attractions. Initially, the tender was active from 16th January 2024 with its final tender period culminating on 6th February 2024. The contract was awarded to Zone Events Limited, marking the procurement as complete on 21st April 2025, with the contract signed on 30th May 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in touristic and activity development services, particularly those within the SMEs sector looking to expand their footprint in the Scottish tourism industry. A successful bidder not only participates in the design and operation but also stands to benefit from the expected income generated by the attraction, estimated at £101,000. Moreover, businesses capable of innovating within the tourist attractions domain could leverage this contract to showcase their services, expand their portfolio, and gain a foothold in the vibrant Scottish tourism market. With a focus on high-quality service provision, evaluated at 70% quality and 30% value, businesses that can provide excellent quality and cost-effective solutions were well-positioned for this concession opportunity.

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Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience

SCOTTISH CANALS

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

21st April 2025 08:14:55 AM
Contract Summary

SC is looking to explore the development of the Kelpies based in Falkirk, Scotland into an activity attraction.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-042d81

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

Award Procedure With Prior Publication Of A Call For Competition

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

63500000

CPV Division(s)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
Awarding Authority

SCOTTISH CANALS

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@scottishcanals.co.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1413326936

Buyer Address

Canal House, 1 Applecross Street

Glasgow

G4 9SP

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

ZONE EVENTS LIMITED

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Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience

SCOTTISH CANALS

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

6th February 2024 08:44:53 AM
Contract Summary

SC is looking to explore the development of the Kelpies based in Falkirk, Scotland into an activity attraction.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-042d81

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

TenderUpdate

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

63500000

CPV Division(s)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
Awarding Authority

SCOTTISH CANALS

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@scottishcanals.co.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1413326936

Buyer Address

Canal House, 1 Applecross Street

Glasgow

G4 9SP

United Kingdom

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Tender

Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience

SCOTTISH CANALS

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

16th January 2024 11:55:24 AM

Tender Deadline

16th February 2024 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

SC is looking to explore the development of the Kelpies based in Falkirk, Scotland into an activity attraction.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-042d81

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

63500000

CPV Division(s)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
Awarding Authority

SCOTTISH CANALS

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@scottishcanals.co.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1413326936

Buyer Address

Canal House, 1 Applecross Street

Glasgow

G4 9SP

United Kingdom

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Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience

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Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience

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Concession Contract for Kelpies Experience

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