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Delivery of Castle Science Learning Outreach Programme

Historic Environment Scotland

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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07 May 2026 at 11:02

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Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 09:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Historic Environment Scotland (HES), pertains to the "Delivery of Castle Science Learning Outreach Programme", which falls under the category of education and training services. This initiative, categorised as a service, is designed to reach schools and informal learners across Scotland, with a focus on developing a heritage-focused science offer. The procurement used an open procedure, and as of May 2026, the contract has been awarded to Glasgow Science Centre with a value of £148,000. The initial call for tenders began with an active status and transitioned to award by the end of April 2026. The selected supplier will manage and deliver science show programmes at their venue and through outreach efforts. Historic Environment Scotland, based in Edinburgh, aims to enhance community benefits through this programme, such as apprenticeships and work placements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in education and training services, to expand their reach and impact within the Scottish educational and cultural sectors. Companies with expertise in managing science-oriented educational programmes and a strong commitment to community engagement would be ideally positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth. By aligning with HES's vision, businesses can enhance their profiles as leaders in heritage and educational outreach, whilst contributing positively to community initiatives. The open procurement method further ensures a competitive selection process, encouraging innovative proposals from suitable bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Delivery of Castle Science Learning Outreach Programme

Notice Description

HES is seeking to commission a Scottish Science Centre Contractor to deliver, and contribute to further development, of a heritage focused science offer for schools and other audiences. During the contractual period we expect the successful tenderers to manage and facilitate an HES science show programme within their own Science Centre venue and to work with HES to deliver outreach programmes to reach schools and informal learners in targeted locations across the whole of Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 Specification for full details.

Renewal: Once the initial 2 years is up, there will be an option to extend the contract by a further 2 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06042d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041803-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£148,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
If all extensions are issues then the contract would be up for renewal in 2030.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Historic Environment Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
Postcode Area
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Glasgow Science Centre

Further Information

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