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Tourism Business Game Changer

ABERDEEN & ABERDEENSHIRE TOURISM COMPANY LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Tourism Company Limited is inviting tenders for their "Tourism Business Game Changer" project, aimed at supporting tourism businesses in the North-east of Scotland. This public procurement is in the tender stage and follows an open procedure, with a total value of £30,000. The contract location is in Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire, within the industry category of services. The tender is open for electronic submissions until 19th September 2025, with the award period commencing immediately after on the same day. The contract period is set from 6th October 2025 to 1st June 2026. The procurement process is governed by the rules of the GPA and allows for electronic payment and ordering.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in tourism support services to expand their portfolio and establish or enhance their presence in the North-east of Scotland. It is particularly suited for companies that can deliver robust business growth programmes tailored for the tourism sector. With a focus on electronic submissions and a clear timeline for the project, businesses that can efficiently navigate digital procurement processes will have a competitive advantage. The open procedure ensures a fair and competitive bidding environment, potentially attracting a diverse range of innovative proposals.

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Notice Title

Tourism Business Game Changer

Notice Description

Tourism Business Game Changer. Programme designed to support tourism businesses in the North-east of Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

ITT for delivery of Tourism Business Growth Programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808815
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543382
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80532000 - Management training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,590 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
6 Oct 2025 - 1 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN & ABERDEENSHIRE TOURISM COMPANY LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info@visitabdn.com
Contact Phone
+44 1224900490

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB21 9FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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