Tender

Midlothian Science Zone Project Coordinator

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Tender

30 Aug 2019 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Midlothian Council is currently seeking a Project Coordinator for the Midlothian Science Zone through an open tender. This contract, valued at £104,000, focuses on providing services in the general public services category within the life sciences sector. Located in Dalkeith, UK, potential bidders must submit their electronic tenders by 30th September 2019, with bids being opened on the same date. The initiative aims to bolster local economic strategies while fostering partnerships within the Midlothian Science Zone.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in project management and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in the life sciences sector. Candidates should possess the requisite levels of insurance and proven expertise in managing similar projects to enhance their competitiveness. With the potential for contract renewal and extension, successful applicants may benefit from sustained engagement in this growing industry.

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Notice Title

Midlothian Science Zone Project Coordinator

Notice Description

Midlothian Council is leading the procurement for a coordinator to deliver the activities within Midlothian Science Zone.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Midlothian Council are leading on this procurement on behalf of Midlothian Science Zone Steering Group. The group are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Project Manager to lead the delivery of a range of activities as detailed within the Midlothian Science Zone Business Plan. It is the intention to appoint the successful Applicant on a probationary period of 3 months, initially, and subject to satisfactory performance, this will extend to 24 months. Thereafter this appointment will be reviewed. This activity will assist with the delivery of local and national economic strategies by helping to maximise the potential of the Life Sciences sector. In particular, the project will build on a number of key strengths and expertise within the Midlothian Science Zone cluster and partners within the steering group.

Renewal: With an option to extend for a further 3 years (Year on Year basis)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000596112
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG364652
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

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

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£41,600 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Barbara Foxwell
Contact Email
barbara.foxwell@midlothian.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1312713664

Buyer Location

Locality
DALKEITH
Postcode
EH22 1DN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian

Local Authority
Midlothian
Electoral Ward
Dalkeith
Westminster Constituency
Midlothian

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