Tender

Tweed Forum Web Developer and Design Partner

TWEED FORUM

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Tender

06 Apr 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Tweed Forum, a central purchasing body based in Melrose, Scotland, is seeking a web developer and design partner to create a new online presence for the organisation, focusing on environmental protection across the River Tweed catchment. This public procurement falls under the services category and is being conducted via an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions. All application materials must be submitted by 11th May 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude by 30th September 2026. With an estimated contract value of £10,000, this tender represents an excellent opportunity for parties with expertise in web development, particularly those located within the UKM91 region or nearby areas.

This contract offers significant potential for business growth, especially for web development firms or digital agencies aiming to expand their portfolio in environmental sectors. The project requires not only technical proficiency in web development but also the ability to present information effectively on environmental issues. Companies with experience in similar projects or those with a specialisation in creating interactive and content-rich websites will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, the long-term maintenance and hosting aspect provide further business prospects beyond the initial contract duration.

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Notice Information

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

Notice Details

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=APR553292
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

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Apr 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TWEED FORUM
Contact Name
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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