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Design and Delivery of Environmental and Sustainability Framework

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract process, initiated by Historic Environment Scotland, focused on the "Design and Delivery of Environmental and Sustainability Framework" aimed at enhancing the digital-collections infrastructure responsibly. Classified under the Built Environment, Tourism, Heritage, and Conservation sectors, the project was located primarily within the UKM region, specifically in Edinburgh. The procurement followed an open procedure within the services category and reached the award stage with the contract being signed on 14th January 2026 for a value of GBP 99,240. The contract was conferred upon Informu Solutions Ltd, and details were finalised with a contract activation date set from 9th February 2026 to 30th April 2027, providing potential modifications or expansions in the scope of the services delivered.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) keen on contributing to environmental and sustainability advancements within digital frameworks. Given the nature of the framework requirements, companies with expertise in sustainable digital infrastructure and resource management would find this contract beneficial for enhancing their business growth and reputation in environmental accountability. The open and electronic submission design of the procurement process signals a transparent and accessible opportunity for well-prepared suppliers, particularly those already engaging with public sector clients and equipped with the appropriate liability and indemnity insurance coverage, to be competitive in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Design and Delivery of Environmental and Sustainability Framework

Notice Description

HES are looking for a supplier who can design and deliver an Environmental & Sustainability Framework to ensure that the digital-collections infrastructure developed can scale responsibly within environmental and financial limits.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see document 2 Specification for full details.

Options: Historic Environment Scotland reserves the right to request additional deliveries by the Successful Tenderer, either intended as partial replacement of services or as extensions of exisiting services. Historic Environment Scotland may at it's sole discretion exercise this option.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000814619
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548677
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£99,240 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 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

INFORMU SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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