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Human Rights Advisor Based in Qatar - University of Aberdeen

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen is conducting a public procurement process for a Human Rights Advisor, intended for the construction of Phase 2 of their Qatar Campus. This procurement falls under the services category and employs an open procurement method. The tender was initiated on 7 May 2021, with a submission deadline set for 24 May 2021. The advisor's role is part-time over a projected construction period of approximately 18 months, and the project will take place in Qatar. The contract has been awarded to Demoura Lawson Consulting for a total value of £63,000, with formal completion reported on 26 June 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for specialised consulting firms, especially those with expertise in human rights and construction sectors. Businesses with experience in similar advisory roles or those aligned with public sector norms will find suitable chances to engage. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with qualifications in health and safety, as well as relevant professional accreditations, should consider participating in future tenders of this nature, especially considering the growing demand for compliance with international standards in large-scale projects.

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Notice Title

Human Rights Advisor Based in Qatar - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

AWARD NOTICE for a Human Rights Advisor for the construction of Phase 2 of the University of Aberdeen's Qatar Campus. It is expected that the build and construction duration will be approximately 18 months with the requirement for a Human Rights Advisor on a part time basis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD NOTICE for a Human Rights Advisor for the construction of Phase 2 of the University of Aberdeen's Qatar Campus. It is expected that the build and construction duration will be approximately 18 months with the requirement for a Human Rights Advisor on a part time basis.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000653141
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN419683
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

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£63,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 20214 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
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
e-sourcing@abdn.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEMOURA LAWSON CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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