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Midlothian Science Zone Project Co-ordinator

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Midlothian Council is leading the procurement for the position of Project Co-ordinator for the Midlothian Science Zone. This contracting opportunity, titled "Midlothian Science Zone Project Co-ordinator," is classified under the services industry and is located in Dalkeith, UK. The procurement process is currently in the completion stage, having been awarded to a supplier, Emma McCallum, with the contract signed on 8th September 2020. The total value of the project is set at £104,000, and the initial appointment is planned for a probationary period of three months, potentially extending to 24 months based on performance. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the tender was originally open for bids until 7th February 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on project management, especially those with experience in delivering services within the Life Sciences sector. Companies capable of demonstrating relevant expertise and financial stability would be suitably positioned to compete, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as evidenced by the four SME bids received for this contract. Furthermore, businesses aligning with the community benefits outlined in the tender may find an advantage in their submission, helping to foster local economic growth in the region.

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Notice Title

Midlothian Science Zone Project Co-ordinator

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 on 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 be extended 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-r6ebe6-0000609831
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP395391
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
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

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
24 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 20205 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EMMA MCCALLUM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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