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Provision of Consultancy Services to Deliver a Programme of Inclusion Training

Historic Environment Scotland

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jan 2026 at 00:00

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Tender

23 Jun 2025 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Historic Environment Scotland is seeking consultancy services to deliver a programme of inclusion training, with a focus on promoting a culture of inclusion and fair treatment within the organisation. This procurement, conducted under the open procedure, falls within the services category and targets industry sectors related to tourism, heritage, conservation, and the built environment. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with electronic submissions accepted until 14th July 2025. This initiative is centred in Edinburgh, with the successful tenderer expected to deliver services across the UKM region. The contract, valued at £60,000 GBP, is poised to commence shortly after the bid opening scheduled for the same day.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in learning and development consultancy, particularly those with expertise in fostering inclusive organisational cultures. Successful bidders will demonstrate an understanding of complex organisational dynamics and have experience in developing engaging training programmes. Firms equipped with strong financial standing, professional risk indemnity insurance, and public liability coverage will be well-positioned to compete successfully. The contract term initially spans two years, with a potential extension to three years, presenting a substantial engagement opportunity for businesses focusing on long-term growth within Scotland's heritage and conservation sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Consultancy Services to Deliver a Programme of Inclusion Training

Notice Description

Provision of Consultancy Services to Deliver a Programme of Inclusion Training

Lot Information

Lot 1

HES has appointed a supplier that is a learning and development specialist who has an expert understanding of supporting organisations in creating a culture of inclusion and fair treatment for all. The successful supplier has experience of developing an engaging learning and development programme within a complex organisation. The successful supplier will work with us to ensure all colleagues across the organisation understand and are responsible for creating a culture of inclusion.

Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to request additional deliveries by the Successful Tenderer, either intended as partial replacement of supplies or installations or as extensions of existing supplies and installations. The Contracting Authority may at it's sole discretion exercise this option.

Renewal: The initial contract term will be for 2 years, and there will be an option to extend the contract for a further year if required by HES, giving a total possible contract length of 3 years (2+1 contract)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000802365
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546881
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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Oct 202510 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Historic Environment Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
Postcode Area
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Diversity Scotland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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