Tender

Provision of Fundraising Growth Consultancy

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND

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Tender

24 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Historic Environment Scotland, seeking proposals for the "Provision of Fundraising Growth Consultancy" services. The tender is structured as an open procedure, appealing to consultants specialising in heritage, tourism, conservation, and the built environment industries. Based in Edinburgh (region UKM75), this process is currently in the tender stage, highlighting a deadline for electronic submissions by 12:00 on 6th May 2026. The consultancy involves a service contract valued at £15,000, intended to enhance fundraising efforts through strategic development and internal realignment.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses proficient in fundraising strategy, organisational consultancy, and related services. Companies that can deliver heightened engagement and support accelerated fundraising initiatives will be well-suited for this contract. The consultancy service requires expertise in crafting compelling fundraising messages, adjusting internal processes, and setting ambitious fundraising targets. Organisations with robust experience in these areas and solid economic stability, including adequate insurance coverage, stand a favourable chance in securing this contract with Historic Environment Scotland.

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Notice Title

Provision of Fundraising Growth Consultancy

Notice Description

Provision of Fundraising Growth Consultancy

Lot Information

Lot 1

HES requires a supplier to support accelerated fundraising growth by ensuring we have a clear, agreed ambition for fundraising and are internally aligned to deliver it. Three areas of focus under the contract will be: 1. Development of clear and compelling fundraising messaging designed with supporters in mind 2. Realignment of internal processes to support fundraising activity 3. Creation of meaningful, ambitious and feasible targets for fundraising across HES, identifying dependencies, opportunities and barriers to success The full specification of requirement can be found in the attached documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830354
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554610
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

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 2026Expired
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
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

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