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Digital Dairy Chain (DDC) Project Evaluator

SRUC

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Digital Dairy Chain (DDC) Project Evaluator" was initiated by the SRUC, a large-scale buyer specialising in higher education and research located in Edinburgh, UK. The tendering process commenced on 28th May 2025, with a deadline for submission set for 30th June 2025. This contract, categorised under services, utilises an open procedure and is valued at GBP67,000. The main delivery location for project evaluation activities is SRUC Barony Campus, Parkgate, Dumfries. The process has evolved through various stages, commencing with planning in early May and culminating in awarding the contract to Wavehill Ltd on the 21st August 2025, with the contract to be active from 14th August 2025.

This tender represents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses in the consultancy and evaluation sectors, particularly those with expertise in higher education and research consultancy. The project focuses on a thorough assessment of the DDC's impact on economic growth and technology innovation within the dairy industry, making it an ideal fit for firms skilled in project evaluation and strategic consultancy. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with electronic submission capabilities would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities, as this process attracted multiple electronic bids, all from SMEs, indicating a competitive landscape favorable to such entities. Successful completion of similar tenders can enhance a business's portfolio, demonstrating capability in managing substantial evaluations in evolving industry sectors.

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Notice Title

Digital Dairy Chain (DDC) Project Evaluator

Notice Description

Working under the direction of the Digital Dairy Chain (DCC) Programme Director, SRUC seeks external project expertise to undertake a formal independent evaluation of the DDC project. This should include an interim evaluation and a final summative evaluation. The DDC project commenced in February 2022 and is a five-year UKRI Strength in Places (SIPF) project, with a budget of GBP21.3 million to transform the dairy sector and uplift economic growth, via grant funding, business support, skills development and technology innovation. The Project Team is working with the dairy industry to develop and implement technologies for sensing and data handling, as well as infrastructure to support innovation and growth for local businesses, nurturing young entrepreneurs and supporting the development of new skills and capabilities. It is developing advanced manufacturing processes to create a fully integrated and traceable supply chain as well as helping businesses to develop new products and explore new markets. Further details of the project can be obtained here: www.digitaldairychain.co.uk

Lot Information

Lot 1

SRUC seeks to appoint a specialist consultant to support SRUC colleagues working on DDC project monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities with an independent evaluation of the economic and non-economic impact of the DDC project. The purpose of this evaluation will be to: 1) generate and collate high-quality evidence to demonstrate the programme's economic and non-economic impacts. This will entail synthesis and review of existing evidence, as well as execution of new analyses to fill any gaps; 2) provide a clear picture of successes, limitations and learnings to inform subsequent place-based programme(s); and 3) aid evidence submission to future government spending reviews and other requests by UKRI. The independent evaluation should include an interim evaluation and a final summative evaluation. The evaluation should cover both process and impact elements of the project including: - Appropriateness of initial project design. - Progress against Work Package Deliverables as set out in the Project Plan. - Progress against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as set out in the DDC Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Plan. - Contribution towards SIPF programme-level indicators as set out in the KPI Dashboard. - Project delivery and management. - Outcomes and impact (short-, medium- and long-term), including an assessment of impact attribution. - Value for money. - Lessons learnt and Recommendations.

Renewal: Possibility of one extension of 12 months, by mutual agreement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000798155
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537402
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79313000 - Performance review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£67,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£67,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
30 May 2025Expired
Award Date
14 Aug 20256 months 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
SRUC
Contact Name
Head of Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@sruc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1315354000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 3JG
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
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

SRUC

WAVEHILL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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