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Tweed Forum Web Developer and Design Partner

TWEED FORUM

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Summary of the contracting process

The Tweed Forum, a central purchasing body located in Melrose, Scotland, has completed the award stage of a tender titled "Tweed Forum Web Developer and Design Partner". The tender falls under the services category, specifically targeting the development and maintenance of a new website to showcase the organisation's environmental efforts across the River Tweed catchment. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, ensuring transparent participation opportunities. The process began with the tender stage having ended on 11 May 2026, leading to award decisions made on the same day, with the contract signed on 2 June 2026. A total contract value of £9,900 has been agreed upon. Interested contractors should note that the delivery region is UKM91.

This concluded procurement presents substantial growth prospects for businesses in the web development sector, especially those specializing in environmental web projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer tailored solutions for non-profit organisations are particularly well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities. Given the open procedure and competitive landscape that attracted 39 bids, including many from outside the EU, businesses should ensure their proposals highlight their ability to deliver outstanding, innovative digital services. The past award to Hillside Agency underscores the value placed on capability and expertise in executing projects that align with the Tweed Forum's mission of environmental protection.

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Notice Title

Tweed Forum Web Developer and Design Partner

Notice Description

To develop, build and maintain a new website presence for the organisation. The website will feature resources and information on Tweed Forum environmental work across the River Tweed catchment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

To develop, build and maintain a new website presence for the organisation. The website will feature resources and information on Tweed Forum environmental work across the River Tweed catchment.

Renewal: Maintenance and hosting beyond 2031

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000828433
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557142
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79822500 - Graphic design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,900 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
11 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TWEED FORUM
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MELROSE
Postcode
TD6 9DF
Post Town
Galashiels
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM91 Scottish Borders
Delivery Location
TLM91 Scottish Borders

Local Authority
Scottish Borders
Electoral Ward
Leaderdale and Melrose
Westminster Constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HILLSIDE AGENCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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