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Assessing the Implications of Significant Transformational Investment on Strategic Transport Networks in the North East of Scotland

NORTH EAST SCOTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (NESTRANS)

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Summary of the contracting process

The North East Scotland Regional Transport Partnership (Nestrans) has concluded a procurement process under their tender titled "Assessing the Implications of Significant Transformational Investment on Strategic Transport Networks in the North East of Scotland." This initiative, supported by the Aberdeen City Region Deal, focuses on study and research services pertaining to the readiness and resilience of transport infrastructure in North East Scotland, particularly Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. Key areas explored include energy transition and developments facilitating the shift towards a low-carbon economy. The process was conducted through an open procedure and reached the award stage with the contract signed on April 16, 2026. The procurement aimed to align with national net zero targets and includes sectors like life sciences, digital, advanced manufacturing, and space launch, amongst others. The entire project is valued at £143,729.66 and involves substantial research aimed at shaping future infrastructure investment and policy development in alignment with national objectives.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses particularly those with expertise in consultancy for economic development and infrastructure studies. Companies able to navigate complex policy landscapes and demonstrate fulfilment of rigorous statutory obligations including data protection and health & safety are well-suited to engage with this process. Additionally, firms with a background in renewable energy, life sciences, digital industries, advanced manufacturing, and the space sector may find significant growth avenues through participation as the study informs regional infrastructure readiness in support of various transformational projects. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to partner with Nestrans, a public body governed by law, thereby fostering long-term collaborations in strategic transport strategies that are pivotal for regional and national development.

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Notice Title

Assessing the Implications of Significant Transformational Investment on Strategic Transport Networks in the North East of Scotland

Notice Description

Supported by the Aberdeen City Region Deal, Nestrans is seeking to commission a study to identify and assess the scale, nature, and potential impact of transformational opportunities, focussing on the on the readiness and resilience of strategic transport infrastructure (and related infrastructure) in the North East of Scotland. These include major energy transition projects and other developments that enable the shift to a low-carbon economy and net zero targets, as well as sectors such as life sciences, digital, advanced manufacturing, and space launch where they impact transport networks and regional readiness. The study will build on existing regional economic and transport strategies, work in neighbouring regions and at a national scale, and align with national policy frameworks, including net zero targets, innovation and infrastructure plans, and inclusive growth objectives. The research will inform future infrastructure investment, policy development, and delivery planning, ensuring alignment with national net zero targets, inclusive growth objectives, and innovation strategies.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supported by the Aberdeen City Region Deal, Nestrans is seeking to commission a study to identify and assess the scale, nature, and potential impact of transformational opportunities, focussing on the on the readiness and resilience of strategic transport infrastructure (and related infrastructure) in the North East of Scotland. These include major energy transition projects and other developments that enable the shift to a low-carbon economy and net zero targets, as well as sectors such as life sciences, digital, advanced manufacturing, and space launch where they impact transport networks and regional readiness. The study will build on existing regional economic and transport strategies, work in neighbouring regions and at a national scale, and align with national policy frameworks, including net zero targets, innovation and infrastructure plans, and inclusive growth objectives. The research will inform future infrastructure investment, policy development, and delivery planning, ensuring alignment with national net zero targets, inclusive growth objectives, and innovation strategies.. This procurement will be conducted using the PCS Tender Module. All documentation and clarifications will be available through PCS. The successful tenderer must comply with the sustainable procurement duty and all applicable data protection requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000817172
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554172
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79420000 - Management-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£143,729 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 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
NORTH EAST SCOTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (NESTRANS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 5AA
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
George St/Harbour
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SYSTRA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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