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Summary of the contracting process

Business Gateway Fife is the primary buying organisation for the Specialist Business Advice framework, set to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2029. This initiative aims to deliver specialised one-to-one business support within the Fife region, backed by funding from the UK Government's Local Growth Fund. The procurement process followed is an open procedure, and the project is currently at the Award stage as of 2nd April 2026. The key industry categories involved include General Public Services, with delivery addresses primarily in the region of UKM72. The submission of proposals was made electronically, with bids opening and award periods beginning in mid-February 2026.

This tender represents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in business advice and support services. The contract encourages a broad spectrum of suppliers in marketing, business development, environmental, innovation, finance, information systems, people, property, and legal compliance, as seen in the awarded contracts across these categories. Each contract category received a substantial funding allocation, making this a lucrative opportunity for businesses capable of providing expert guidance and support within these specialisations. With numerous SMEs successfully securing contracts, this framework supports small to medium-sized enterprises looking to expand their client base and enhance their service offerings in the Fife region, thus stimulating local economic growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SPECIALIST BUSINESS ADVICE (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EXPERT HELP) FRAMEWORK 1 APRIL 2026 - 31 MARCH 2029

Notice Description

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise.

Lot Information

Marketing

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Business Development

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Environmental

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Innovation

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Finance

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Information Systems

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

People

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Property

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Legal & Compliance

From 1st April 2026, subject to confirmation of funding under the UK Government's Local Growth Fund, Business, Gateway Fife Ltd will deliver a new programme of one-to-one specialist business support on behalf of Fife Council. A new framework of suppliers is being procured by Business Gateway Fife Ltd to deliver this support. The purpose of this tender is to seek proposals from potential suppliers of Specialist Business Advice & Support Services. Those selected will be required to professionally assist companies within the Fife region in their area of expertise. Breakdown of the specialisms under this LOT can be found in the attached instructions document

Renewal: Subject to future funding

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000820974
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553212
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£292,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£292,500 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
Business Gateway Fife
Additional Buyers

Fife Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY6 2AL
Postcode Area
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes West and Kinglassie
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
30
Supplier Names

Genoa Black Ventures LLP

Inspire IT Services Ltd

Simplicity Marketing Scotland Ltd

isoassured ltd

G1DM

Strategem (Scotland) Ltd

Millar Professional Services Limited

Full Circle Management Solutions Ltd

QSE Ltd

Kilkerran Park Ltd ta The Business Growth Partnership

Mabbett & Associates Ltd

KCMD Ltd

Stirton Consulting Ltd

Data Engineering Projects Ltd.

Defankle Innovation Limited

Eureka!Europe LLP

Arm in Arm Accounting

Dunedin Advisory Limited

GreenCrowd Partnership LLP

CJM Project Financial Management Ltd

Digital Connections

Quest IT Support LTD

360 Strategy

Corvus Dynamic

Managed IT Experts Ltd.

Delfinity Ltd

STEP

Gray Planning & Development Limited

Andrew Reilly Associates Limited

Kafico Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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