Tender

School Estates - Strategic Briefing and Timetable Modelling

RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

20 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Renfrewshire Council has initiated a public procurement tender titled "School Estates - Strategic Briefing and Timetable Modelling," focused on services in the general public services sector. This tender seeks a consultant to perform timetable analysis and space planning for two high schools within Renfrewshire. Located in Paisley, UK region UKM83, this project is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date set for 17th April 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure, allowing electronic and written submissions as per the council's requirements. Prospective bidders should note that the project demands engagement through RIBA Stages 1 to 4, and the contract period extends for 270 days from the award date, starting 17th April 2026.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for consultants specializing in space planning and educational infrastructure development. Companies with expertise in accommodation scheduling and strategic engagement with stakeholders will find this a suitable venture. By connecting with key stakeholders, businesses can leverage this tender to build relationships that could lead to further projects. As the tender includes community benefits, participating firms can enhance their reputation by demonstrating social responsibility. The open procurement method favours businesses that can provide prompt electronic invoicing and ordering solutions, positioning themselves for successful tender submissions.

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Notice Title

School Estates - Strategic Briefing and Timetable Modelling

Notice Description

The Council require to appoint a consultant to undertake timetable analysis modelling (to determine existing utilisation of timetabled space, and model future curriculum and predicted number of future spaces, assuming an agreed frequency of use) and space planning for 2no. High Schools within Renfrewshire Council's school estate. The appointed Consultant will be required to undertake consultation and strategic engagement with key stakeholders to produce a schedule of accommodation and strategic briefing document for utilisation during design development through RIBA Stages 1 - 4 for each school.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council require to appoint a consultant to undertake timetable analysis modelling (to determine existing utilisation of timetabled space, and model future curriculum and predicted number of future spaces, assuming an agreed frequency of use) and space planning for 2no. High Schools within Renfrewshire Council's school estate. The appointed Consultant will be required to undertake consultation and strategic engagement with key stakeholders to produce a schedule of accommodation and strategic briefing document for utilisation during design development through RIBA Stages 1 - 4 for each school.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826864
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552138
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

71210000 - Advisory architectural services

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

79932000 - Interior design services

79933000 - Design support services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA1 1JB
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley East and Central
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552138
    School Estates - Strategic Briefing and Timetable Modelling - The Council require to appoint a consultant to undertake timetable analysis modelling (to determine existing utilisation of timetabled space, and model future curriculum and predicted number of future spaces, assuming an agreed frequency of use) and space planning for 2no. High Schools within Renfrewshire Council's school estate. The appointed Consultant will be required to undertake consultation and strategic engagement with key stakeholders to produce a schedule of accommodation and strategic briefing document for utilisation during design development through RIBA Stages 1 - 4 for each school.

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