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Quality Meat Scotland - Provision of Event Management Services

QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND

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25 Mar 2026 at 14:21

Tender

31 Oct 2025 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

Quality Meat Scotland is overseeing the procurement process for the provision of event management services focussed on Scotland's meat industry brands, including Scotch Beef GI, Scotch Lamb GI, and Specially Selected Pork. The procurement seeks expert event management companies for domestic and European shows, helping ensure successful outcomes for these brands. The procurement falls under the services category with a CPV classification of Event Services (79952000). Taking place at Edinburgh, region UKM75, this process involves a selective, restricted procedure with the tender period set to end by 1st December 2025. The procurement method supports electronic submission, with a budget of £760,000 GBP, showcasing opportunities through a structured commitment for four consecutive years.

For businesses in the event management sector, especially SMEs, this contract presents significant growth opportunities through association with Scotland’s renowned quality meat brands. Given the complexity and scale of the events involved, including the Royal Highland Show and SIAL 2026, companies specialising in full-service event support will be well-positioned to benefit. The tender encourages participation from local and international entities, emphasising quality operational proposals alongside pricing considerations. With a dynamic purchasing approach and periodic contract renewals, businesses can leverage established relationships and expertise in the industry, thus contributing to and benefiting from the vibrant Scottish meat sector. Quality Meat Scotland, widely known for boosting the efficiency and profitability of the Scottish red meat industry, ensures a competitive yet rewarding bidding process.

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Notice Title

Quality Meat Scotland - Provision of Event Management Services

Notice Description

QMS seeks to appoint an event management company to provide full service event support for domestic and European shows to ensure the best possible outcome for our three industry brands: Scotch Beef GI, Scotch Lamb GI and Specially Selected Pork.

Lot Information

Lot 1

QMS seeks to appoint an event management company to provide full service event support for domestic and European shows to ensure the best possible outcome for our three industry brands: Scotch Beef GI, Scotch Lamb GI and Specially Selected Pork.

Renewal: yearly for a maximum of 4 consecutive years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d80d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027379-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£760,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£760,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£760,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
16 weeks prior to current contract ending

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVENT EXHIBITION

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