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Consultancy to undertake Communication and Engagement Exercise covering the settlement of Mosstodloch

CROWN ESTATE SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by Crown Estate Scotland involves securing a consultancy to design and execute a Communication and Engagement Exercise focused on the settlement of Mosstodloch. This exercise aims to produce a Masterplan in collaboration with Moray Council. The tender was initiated through an open procurement method, with submissions closing on 25 February 2022. Key aspects of the project will involve stakeholder engagement and strategic planning, taking place in Edinburgh, UK, with an allocated budget of £45,000. The award for this contract was made to Barton Willmore, with the contract being signed on 16 March 2022 and remaining active as of now.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consulting firms, especially those specialising in community engagement, urban planning, and stakeholder management. Businesses with expertise in developing participatory communication strategies and a strong understanding of local governance frameworks will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, smaller enterprises, particularly those classified as SMEs, might find advantageous openings given that two SME bids were received for this tender, suggesting a competitive environment where innovative approaches can thrive.

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Notice Title

Consultancy to undertake Communication and Engagement Exercise covering the settlement of Mosstodloch

Notice Description

To secure a supplier to design and undertake a meaningful Communication and Engagement Exercise to produce a Masterplan covering the settlement of Mosstodloch, in line with Crown Estate Scotland's Communications & Engagement Strategy. This consultation and engagement should be designed to inform and develop the Masterplan that will be prepared in partnership with Moray Council which the Council will seek to adopt as supplementary guidance. In conjunction with the production of the Masterplan, the supplier may be required to work with the community and stakeholders to support a community led Local Place Plan as defined by the Planning Act 2019.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The appointed consultant is required to develop a detailed plan of stakeholder engagement including a communications and engagement plan, recognising the potential constraints of COVID-19, outlining the approach to undertaking meaningful and inclusive consultation including generating stakeholder buy-in and managing stakeholder expectations. Tender responses are required to demonstrate best practice, an understanding of the place principle and how proposals will tailor the proposed approach to consultation, managing reputational and project risk. The appointed consultant is required to work with Crown Estate Scotland and in partnership with Moray Council as a key stakeholder. The consultant is required to proactively work with tenants, communities, and other key stakeholders. Please outline the techniques to engage inclusively and collaboratively. The consultation and engagement plan and implementation should be prepared taking cognisance of the National Standards for Community Engagement, Scottish Government Consultation Good Practice Guidance and the Land Rights and Responsibilities Statement. Consultation shall be undertaken with integrity, visibility, accessibility, transparency, disclosure and fair interpretation. Throughout the consultation, the outcome of each event should be used to add value to subsequent events/meetings and used to inform the preparation of the Masterplan. The appointed consultant is required to prepare all materials and develop online and physical content (as appropriate) to support the consultation and content for the Masterplan (please outline as part of submissions). The Masterplan shall set out the vision and land uses across Mosstodloch, identifying the needs and opportunities in relation the existing land use, economy, infrastructure and amenities, and how the framework seeks to address these. The Masterplan is required to take due cognisance of the emerging NPF4, the Moray Growth Deal and the emerging planning legislation and local development plan. The Masterplan should clearly set out the short-, medium- and long-term investment priorities taking into account Crown Estate Scotland role, tenants and wider land ownership information. The Masterplan should be prepared to align with Crown Estate Scotland objectives, investment and development aspirations, whilst taking due consideration of the consultation and engagement exercise. The proposals outlined in the Masterplan, shall demonstrate a clear understanding of emerging policy and practice, ensuring that it is an innovative and forward-thinking document whilst being both deliverable and viable. The supplier will liaise with Moray Council and prepare supporting documentation to support the Council in the process to adopt the Masterplan as supplementary guidance.

Renewal: Any additional work related to the scope will be subject to the proposed rates/rate card

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000680345
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446721
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£44,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
7 Mar 2022 - 17 Oct 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN ESTATE SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Maurice McTeague
Contact Email
maurice.mcteague@crownestatescotland.com
Contact Phone
+44 1314607657

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 9GL
Post Town
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
TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARTON WILLMORE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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