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09 Apr 2026 at 12:29

Award

09 Apr 2026 at 12:29

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14 Jan 2026 at 16:21

Tender

17 Dec 2025 at 16:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Aberdeenshire Council involves the "Expert Help for Business" tender, designed to procure consultancy services across various business topics within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. Predominantly categorised under "Business and management consultancy and related services," this procurement is part of the services industry category and has gone through various stages, including tender updates and awards. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, ensuring transparency and broad accessibility to potential bidders. Notable dates include the tender end date on 26th January 2026, with contract awards signed on 2nd April 2026. The buying organisation, Aberdeenshire Council, operates from Aberdeen, UK (Region: UKM50), aiming for community benefits and sustainable practices through this procurement.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for consultancies specialising in financial management, strategy and business development, HR and leadership, marketing and branding, digital technology, and supply chain management. Businesses adept in providing high-quality services, backed by robust contract management and sustainability practices, will find these opportunities aligned with their capabilities. Mainly targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as evidenced by engagements with various SMEs like Kampakis and Co, Delfinity Ltd, and others, this tender fosters a competitive advantage through strategic involvement in economic development projects funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils. The inclusion of an open procedure allows a wide array of entities to participate, making it an ideal platform for aspiring suppliers within Scotland and beyond.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Expert Help for Business

Notice Description

The council is looking to procure consultancy support for a variety of different topics for business support within Aberdeen City & Aberdeenshire.

Lot Information

Strategy & Business Development

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Human Resources, Leadership and Skills

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Marketing Strategy

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Digital Marketing Strategy

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Branding

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Information technology, digital technology, websites and online platforms (excluding social media)

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Procurement & Supply Chain

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Legal

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Financial Management

This procurement is to provide the council with expert help and advisory services for businesses within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, which are assessed through the Business Gateway Service and Economic Development. This expert help support is provided through Business Gateway, which is funded by Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils.

Renewal: 12 months plus 12 months (total 48 months in total)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f853
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032355-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open 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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£455,466 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£456,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£328,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Aberdeenshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Postcode Area
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
11
Supplier Names

Kampakis and co

Delfinity Ltd

Defankle Innovation Limited

Dorothy McKinney Ltd (McKinney HR)

Korero PR Ltd

Tuminds Ltd

Electrify Marketing & Communications

Inspire IT Services Ltd

Passion 4 Social CIC

Tinto Procurement

Barkers Commercial Consultancy

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