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UNDERSTANDING UPTAKE OF SUSTAINABLE AND REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES AMONGST LESS FAVOURED AREA FARMERS AND CROFTERS

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has recently concluded an open procurement process for the contract titled "Understanding Uptake of Sustainable and Regenerative Agricultural Practices Amongst Less Favoured Area Farmers and Crofters." This procurement falls under the "services" category within the environmental protection industry. The contract, valued at £59,812.22, was awarded to James Hutton Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Invergowrie, UK. Key dates in the procurement process included the bid submission deadline on 15th August 2024, the contract award announcement on 13th September 2024, and the contract was officially completed and signed by 23rd September 2024. The project will be carried out across regions identified as Less Favoured Areas in Scotland.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses focused on environmental research and agricultural sustainability. Companies with expertise in designing and implementing studies on sustainable practices could find this contract particularly beneficial. The Scottish Government's commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural practices opens doors for entities specialising in environmental protection services. Smaller businesses and non-EU enterprises were included in the bidding process, indicating a competitive and inclusive opportunity spectrum. Participating in such tenders not only brings financial benefits but also enhances the portfolio and credibility of businesses operating in the sustainability sector.

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Notice Title

UNDERSTANDING UPTAKE OF SUSTAINABLE AND REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES AMONGST LESS FAVOURED AREA FARMERS AND CROFTERS

Notice Description

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Understanding uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices amongst Less Favoured Area farmers and crofters. The commission is to design, deliver and report on research into motivations and opportunities for uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices in Scotland's Less Favoured Areas.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Understanding uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices amongst Less Favoured Area farmers and crofters. The commission is to design, deliver and report on research into motivations and opportunities for uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices in Scotland's Less Favoured Areas.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000771767
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514712
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,812 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20241 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
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
marc.jones@gov.scot, paul.packett@gov.scot
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JAMES HUTTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL509327
    UNDERSTANDING UPTAKE OF SUSTAINABLE AND REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES AMONGST LESS FAVOURED AREA FARMERS AND CROFTERS - The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Understanding uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices amongst Less Favoured Area farmers and crofters. The commission is to design, deliver and report on research into motivations and opportunities for uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices in Scotland's Less Favoured Areas.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514712
    UNDERSTANDING UPTAKE OF SUSTAINABLE AND REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES AMONGST LESS FAVOURED AREA FARMERS AND CROFTERS - The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Understanding uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices amongst Less Favoured Area farmers and crofters. The commission is to design, deliver and report on research into motivations and opportunities for uptake of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices in Scotland's Less Favoured Areas.

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