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CREATIVE SCOTLAND APPLICANT SURVEY

CREATIVE SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Creative Scotland, based in Edinburgh, is embarking on a procurement process for the "Creative Scotland Applicant Survey" under the industry category of Recreation, Culture, and Religion. This open tender process is currently in the tender stage, inviting service providers with expertise in surveys and data analysis. Prospective suppliers must submit their electronic bids via the provided submission platform before the deadline of 15 September 2025, at 12:00 PM. The awarded contract is scheduled to commence on 8 October 2025, concluding on 19 December 2025, with a budget range between £6,000 and £8,300 excluding VAT. The procurement method is an open procedure, promoting transparency and broad competition.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in the services sector, particularly those with capabilities in conducting and analysing surveys for cultural or recreational initiatives. Small to medium enterprises with strong data collection and analytic skills stand a competitive chance. Additionally, businesses that can efficiently execute projects via electronic submission methods are encouraged to participate. They will benefit from getting involved with Creative Scotland, a central purchasing body, which could lead to further contracting opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

CREATIVE SCOTLAND APPLICANT SURVEY

Notice Description

Please see the attached Tender Brief

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808082
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541654
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,113 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
8 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CREATIVE SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kelly.neill@creativescotland.com
Contact Phone
+44 3303332000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEL RESEARCH

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