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Senior Technical Product Advisor

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Historic Environment Scotland initiated a procurement process to engage a Senior Technical Product Advisor with expertise in managing the delivery of technical products in digital research environments. This contract, falling under the "Services" category, was completed through an open procurement method with the main delivery site being in Scotland (UKM). The tender, identified by code HES/C/4310, was issued in July 2025 with submissions closing on 11th August 2025. Subsequent to the tender stage, the contract was awarded to WDOwen Associates for £54,900, with the agreement signed on 24th September 2025. The contracting process emphasised no negotiation post-award and disallowed the adoption of suppliers' terms and conditions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in providing technical advisory services, particularly those with capabilities in digital and research environments. It aligns well with SMEs, as demonstrated by the chosen supplier, WDOwen Associates, which is classified as an SME. Companies operating within the tourism, heritage, conservation, and built environment sectors are well-positioned to benefit from similar opportunities in heritage-focused procurement activities. Engaging in such contracts can provide businesses with a platform to demonstrate expertise and secure partnerships that enhance their profile and open avenues for future collaborations within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Senior Technical Product Advisor

Notice Description

HES/TaNC are looking for a Senior Technical Product Advisor with substantial knowledge and expereince in overseeing the delivery of technical products in digital research environments.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 - Specification for full requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000803669
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540947
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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,900 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2025 - 30 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hes.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1316688866

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
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
TLM Scotland

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WDOWEN ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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