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Contract for the Delivery of As Ur - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner

Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig (The Gaelic Media Service)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jul 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

27 Mar 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig (The Gaelic Media Service), based on the Isle of Lewis, involves the award of a contract valued at £135,000 for the delivery of the "Às Ùr - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner". This service contract, classified under CPV code 80000000, pertains to the media industry and focuses on developing Gaelic digital creators. The procurement followed an open procedure, with the initial tender stage completed by 27th March 2026 and the contract awarded on 9th July 2026. The primary delivery areas include Scotland's Central Belt and the Highlands and Islands, with the aim to foster a new generation of Gaelic-language digital storytellers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in training, mentoring, and media production, particularly those operating within the creative sector and familiar with Gaelic culture. With the potential for the contract to extend beyond its initial 12 months, this initiative not only facilitates direct business engagement and growth but also supports the broader goal of developing sustainable talent pipelines within Scotland's Gaelic media landscape. Small and medium enterprises, like the successful bidder Astar Media, which are well-versed in digital media and community engagement, would find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Delivery of As Ur - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner

Notice Description

MG ALBA is seeking an experienced agency or delivery partner to manage and deliver a structured programme of training, mentoring, community-building, and events to support the development and growth of the As Ur brand and its network of emerging Gaelic digital creators. The initial contract is for Year 1, with potential to extend into Years 2 and 3. The appointed agency will act as the lead delivery partner, responsible for administration, logistics, marketing, brand-building, contracting, budget management, and reporting across all activity.

Lot Information

Lot 1

As Ur is a three-year initiative led by MG ALBA to identify, train, and support a new generation of Gaelic-language digital creators across Scotland. The programme builds a sustainable talent pipeline through commissioning, skills development, mentorship, and networking, empowering young Gaelic speakers to become confident, self-sufficient digital storytellers. Please refer to the Additional Documents for a full breakdown of the services required.

Options: The contract is initially for a period of 12 months with the option to extended for a further 2 months, decided on a year-on-year basis.

Renewal: The contract is initially for a period of 12 months with the option to extended for a further 2 months, decided on a year-on-year basis.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827886
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559837
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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig (The Gaelic Media Service)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ISLE OF LEWIS
Postcode
HS1 2SD
Postcode Area
Outer Hebrides
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar
Local Authority
Na h-Eileanan Siar
Electoral Ward
Steòrnabhagh a Deas
Westminster Constituency
Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Astar Media

Further Information

Notice Documents

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