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Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council, a regional or local authority based in Kirkwall, conducted an open procurement process titled "Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme." This service-oriented tender, categorised under the industry code 72224000, sought consultancy services for programme management and business case development associated with the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS). Located in the Orkney Islands, the procurement process began with a tender phase ending on 25th August 2025, followed by the award phase on the same day. The project requires the services to be delivered over a 12-month period beginning on 8th September 2025, with an active contract having been signed with Thomas Agar Consulting on 10th September 2025 for a value of £68,060.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in consultancy services related to heritage programme management and business case development. The structured support required two days a week over a year indicates a need for expertise in maintaining strategic momentum within cultural heritage projects. Businesses adept at delivering contracted services remotely or within the specified geographic location will find this sector advantageous. As the procurement was conducted via an open procedure, it encourages competition and innovation, making it an inviting prospect for consultancy firms looking to establish or expand their footprint in governmental and heritage projects.

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Notice Title

Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council seeks to obtain the provision of consultancy services to support the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS) Programme, with a focus on Programme Management and Business Case Development. The consultant will provide dedicated support for two days per week from 8th September 2025 for a period of 12 months, ensuring continuity and strategic momentum during a critical phase of the programme.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Procurement exercise will be for the provision of consultancy services to support the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS) Programme, with a focus on Programme Management and Business Case Development. The consultant will provide dedicated support for two days per week from 8th September 2025 for a period of 12 months, ensuring continuity and strategic momentum during a critical phase of the programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804973
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540092
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

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


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,060 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 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
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dominic Wilson
Contact Email
dominic.wilson@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+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

THOMAS AGAR CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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