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Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026)

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Historic Environment Scotland has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026)", seeking to establish how the Historic Environment Policy for Scotland is being utilised within Scottish planning. The contract was awarded on 26 March 2026, with Glic named as the supplier. The process was initiated through an open procedure. The contract falls within the services category, with a focus on heritage and conservation, and covers the UKM region. The tender, identified as QQ/1040, moved from the planning stage to award stage, encompassing the tender period ending on 23 March 2026 and supplied electronically. Located in Edinburgh, Historic Environment Scotland acted as the contracting authority, showcasing clear guidelines and no negotiation on terms post-award.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities particularly for SMEs involved in providing consultative and analytical services in heritage and conservation. The open procedure allowed equal competition, favouring businesses adept in research and policy utilisation. Those with credentials in the assessment of policy effectiveness in environmental conservation and heritage management were ideal candidates to compete. The award attracted bids predominantly from SMEs, indicating a favourable environment for small and medium-sized enterprises. Glic, among other suppliers, was strategically positioned to leverage its expertise in the required sector. Opportunities such as these are vital for entities looking to strengthen their foothold in the heritage and conservation industry.

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Notice Title

Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026)

Notice Description

HES is looking for a supplier who can create an evidence base about how the Historic Environment Policy for Scotland (HEPS), Designations Policy and Selection Guidance and Scheduled Monument Consents Policy are being used as decision making tools in the Scottish planning system and Scottish Policy.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Invitation to Quote for full details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553117
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

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20261 months ago
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
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

GLIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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