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Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Orkney Islands Council involves the tender titled "Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy." This procurement, classified under the services category, is located in Orkney (UKM65) and has now completed the award stage. The contract was awarded to Chris Blandford Associates Limited, with a total contract value of £43,596.74, signed on 28th March 2022. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, allowing for competitive bidding, and the relevant documentation pertaining to this contract can be accessed online.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those focused on tourism, cultural heritage, and sustainability. Companies that have experience in developing interpretation strategies and engaging with stakeholders, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-positioned to compete in this space. The consultancy work is integral to fostering sustainable tourism in the region, thereby creating room for expanding business activities in associated fields.

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Notice Title

Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for a consultant to lead on the development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy following on from the development of an interpretation strategy framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Islands Council (OIC) seeks to commission a consultant to collaborate with partners and stakeholders on the development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy to support responsible recovery founded on sustainability. Building on the Interpretation Strategy Framework, Partners, Historic Environment Scotland, Orkney Islands Council and Highlands and Islands Enterprise, now seek support to develop a full Interpretation Strategy that will expand and deepen the interpretive themes and principles, and provide detailed guidance for an integrated approach to the development and delivery of interpretation across the Islands.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451511
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

75125000 - Administrative services related to tourism affairs

79311400 - Economic research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,596 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20223 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
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Joanne Tait, Matt Dunlop
Contact Email
joanne.tait@orkney.gov.uk, matt.dunlop@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01856873535, +44 1856873535

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHRIS BLANDFORD ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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