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Organics - Establishing the Strategic Framework

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is conducting a procurement process titled "Organics - Establishing the Strategic Framework", focusing on the socio-economic and environmental benefits of organic agriculture relevant to Scotland. The process is currently at the award stage, with the contract signed on 26 March 2018, valued at £50,201. The procurement was initiated through an open procedure, and the main service category involved is related to the analysis of organic versus conventional farming practices. The deadline for bid submissions was 22 February 2018, and the work is primarily situated in Edinburgh, Scotland.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in agricultural consultancy, environmental research, and sustainability initiatives. Companies that specialise in conducting socio-economic analyses or implementing organic farming practices would be particularly well-suited to partake in such tenders, as would those offering relevant technical and support services. Engaging with the Scottish Government through this framework can enable businesses to expand their networks and capabilities within the ever-evolving organic agriculture sector.

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Notice Title

Organics - Establishing the Strategic Framework

Notice Description

socio-economic and environmental benefits offered by organic agriculture, focusing on evidence from, or pertinent to, Scotland and beyond.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A comparative SWOT analysis of the socio-economic and environmental benefits and impacts of organic and conventional farming systems is also required, with suggested solutions and/or recommendations for increasing organic production and consumption in Scotland.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000527775
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB344575
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55 Under £100K
Lots Value
£55 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,201 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20187 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot, maryanne.mcgoldrick@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312443567, +44 1312447556

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
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
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HARPER ADAMS UNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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