This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Sep 2021 at 01:00

Tender

22 Mar 2021 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Historic Environment Scotland (HES) seeking bids for the relet of a contract aimed at the purchase and resale of Scotch whisky and liqueurs. This tender is classified under the goods category, with the relevant procurement method being an open procedure. The contract encompasses multiple lots, including 'Historic Scotland Branded Whisky', 'Malt Scotch Whisky', and 'Liqueur', with each having specific criteria for quality and price. Key deadlines include a submission deadline of 11th May 2021, after which the award period began on the same date, and the procurement is located in Edinburgh, UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the beverage sector, particularly those engaged in the production or distribution of whisky and liqueurs. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in these products are well-suited to participate, especially given the emphasis on quality and competitive pricing in the award criteria. With 14 outlets of HES potentially purchasing various products, there is substantial scope for suppliers to establish long-term relationships with a prominent public organisation while expanding their market reach across Scotland.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise - Whisky and Liqueur

Notice Description

Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise (HESE) needs to relet the contract for the purchase and resale of Scotch whisky and Liqueur. This will cover own brand, malt whisky and liqueurs. Blended Whisky miniatures related to specific clans will not be included under this contract.

Lot Information

Historic Scotland Branded Whisky

HESE has 14 outlets across Scotland that have off sales licences. During the life of the contract additional sites may be added or removed. The Retail outlets product range covers a wide variety of items and price points designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of customers including Members, staff and the general public.

Renewal: There will be an option to extend for up to a further 24 months.

Malt Scotch Whisky

HESE has 14 outlets across Scotland that have off sales licences. During the life of the contract additional sites may be added or removed. The Retail outlets product range covers a wide variety of items and price points designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of customers including Members, staff and the general public.

Renewal: There will be an option to extend for up to a further 24 months.

Liqueur

HESE has 14 outlets across Scotland that have off sales licences. During the life of the contract additional sites may be added or removed. The Retail outlets product range covers a wide variety of items and price points designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of customers including Members, staff and the general public.

Renewal: There will be an option to extend for up to a further 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000648282
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429100
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15910000 - Distilled alcoholic beverages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,239 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Winter 2025

Notice Status

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

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
5
Supplier Names

Hemisphere Brands Ltd.

Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers

Own Label Company Scotland Ltd

Select Drams Ltd

The River Tweed Whisky Co

Further Information

Notice Documents

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