Services of a consultant to produce a Business Plan for the Marble Creative Hub Project, Portsoy

NORTH EAST SCOTLAND PRESERVATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The North East Scotland Preservation Trust (NESPT) engaged in an open procurement process to appoint a consultant for the Marble Creative Hub Project in Portsoy, Aberdeenshire. The procurement aimed to develop a comprehensive Business Plan for converting two historic buildings into a creative hub. The procurement process, identified by the title "Services of a consultant to produce a Business Plan for the Marble Creative Hub Project, Portsoy," fell under the services category and followed an open procedure. Key milestones included the release of the tender notice on 5th May 2026, with submissions closing by 19th May 2026. The contract, valued at GBP 9,880.50, was awarded to Delfinity Ltd and signed on 25th May 2026.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy, heritage restoration, and business planning services. Given that the project involves substantial engagement with historic property conservation and strategic planning, firms with expertise in these areas would particularly benefit. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) like Delfinity Ltd could find this an excellent platform for showcasing their niche capabilities, expanding their portfolio, and establishing lasting partnerships with organisations that focus on preservation and community development initiatives. Being part of such a project can enhance a company's credentials within the industry, opening doors to further similar ventures.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Services of a consultant to produce a Business Plan for the Marble Creative Hub Project, Portsoy

Notice Description

The NESPT wishes to appoint a consultant to produce a Business Plan for the Portsoy Marble Creative Hub Project

Lot Information

Lot 1

This project involves the repair of two historic buildings and their conversion into the Marbles Creative Hub. The buildings involved are the Marble Warehouse and Marble Workshop located at the Old Harbour in Portsoy, Aberdeenshire. The Marble Warehouse, or Corf House, is category A listed. It was designed by John Adam and built in 1765. The Marble Workshop dates from the mid eighteenth century and is category B listed. The NESPT wishes to commission a consultant to produce a Business Plan for the Marble Creative Hub.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830980
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557088
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,880 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST SCOTLAND PRESERVATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSOY
Postcode
AB45 2PB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeenshire
Electoral Ward
Banff and District
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeenshire North and Moray East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELFINITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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