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Regional Economic Strategy For the South of Scotland

SOUTH OF SCOTLAND ENTERPRISE AGENCY

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Summary of the contracting process

The South of Scotland Enterprise Agency is conducting a procurement process titled "Regional Economic Strategy For the South of Scotland" to appoint a qualified company or consortium to develop a new regional economic strategy and high-level action plan. This tender is categorized under services in the economic affairs sector. The process is currently at the award stage, having reached completion with the signing of the contract on 15 December 2020. The successful bidder, RSM UK Consulting LLP, has been awarded a contract valued at £90,000. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the project is located in Dumfries, reflecting the regional focus of the initiative.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in economic consulting, strategic planning, or public policy. Firms with proven experience in regional economic development, as well as those capable of engaging stakeholders effectively, would stand a strong chance in pursuing similar contracts with public authorities. As the initiative aims to foster economic growth in the South of Scotland, businesses that understand the regional dynamics and demonstrate innovative approaches are likely to thrive within this environment. Those interested should keep an eye on future opportunities from the South of Scotland Enterprise Agency and similar organisations.

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Notice Title

Regional Economic Strategy For the South of Scotland

Notice Description

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) is seeking to appoint, on behalf of the South of Scotland Regional Economic Partnership (REP), a suitably qualified, experienced and independent single company or consortium to support the development of a new Regional Economic Strategy (RES) for the South of Scotland and an accompanying high-level action plan.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim and overall output of this tender is to develop a new Regional Economic Strategy for the South of Scotland and an accompanying strategic and hence high-level Action Plan. An integral part spanning both will be a robust measurement framework, with the need for a robust engagement plan underpinning all aspects of the work.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000632136
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402387
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

79311400 - Economic research services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 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
SOUTH OF SCOTLAND ENTERPRISE AGENCY
Contact Name
Stuart Paterson
Contact Email
stuart.paterson@sose.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1750535901

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 4TA
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RSM UK CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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