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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Enterprise recently concluded a procurement process for the contract titled "Scottish Cluster Scheme: Space," a project aimed at fostering growth within the space cluster sector across Scotland. This procurement, conducted via an open procedure, falls under the services category and was awarded to Space Scotland. The contract's procurement method ensured openness and accessibility, encouraging various bids. Key locations for delivery were identified across the region UKM, with a total contract value reaching £79,094. This process proceeded to completion with contract signing on 25th September 2025, marking the Award stage in its lifecycle. The initiative is part of the broader economic affairs sector, and its planning and execution align with sustainability efforts, requiring bidders to adhere to climate change responsibility requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focusing on space-related services and growth strategies in niche technology clusters. Companies that can offer innovative solutions and demonstrate a firm grasp of managing and developing industry clusters are well-positioned to benefit from this initiative. The tender's open procedure and focus on supporting a consortium approach cater to SMEs and larger entities capable of forming strategic alliances, fostering both direct and indirect business growth. Moreover, the emphasis on climate change plans urges businesses to align with global sustainability objectives, thus enhancing their market viability and competitive edge within environmentally conscious frameworks.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Scottish Cluster Scheme: Space

Notice Description

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to appoint a single supplier or consortia with a lead applicant (with whom SE would contract with) to support the growth of the Space cluster pan-Scotland, as set out in the ITT, to Scottish Enterprise.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to appoint a single supplier or consortia with a lead applicant (with whom SE would contract with) to support the growth of the Space cluster pan-Scotland, as set out in the ITT, to Scottish Enterprise.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000806082
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540573
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

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£79,094 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 202511 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
Scottish Enterprise
Additional Buyers

Scottish Government

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Postcode Area
Glasgow
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

Space Scotland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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