Services of a consultant to produce and implement an Evaluation Plan & Report 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) has undertaken a procurement process to appoint a consultant for the Marble Creative Hub Project in Portsoy, Aberdeenshire. The procurement falls under the building preservation industry category, with the objective of evaluating and implementing a plan for the historical site's restoration. The tender, initiated on 5th May 2026, employed an open procedure, attracting bids electronically. The tendering process concluded with the award on 2nd July 2026, to Iconic Consulting, for a contract valued at £38,875. This project aims to revitalise historic buildings in Portsoy, making it a vibrant creative hub while ensuring heritage conservation.

This opportunity represents significant business growth potential, particularly for consultants with expertise in project evaluation and heritage restoration. Companies active in the construction consultancy field, especially those focusing on building preservation, will find this contract aligns with their service capabilities. The open procurement method allowed SMEs like Iconic Consulting to compete, emphasising the inclusivity of the bidding process. The focus on historical building restoration could attract businesses with a niche in heritage projects, offering a chance to build relationships with esteemed organisations such as the NESPT and enhance their portfolios in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Services of a consultant to produce and implement an Evaluation Plan & Report for the Marble Creative Hub Project, Portsoy

Notice Description

The NESPT wishes to appoint a consultant to produce and implement a Project Evaluation Plan for the Portsoy Marble Creative Hub Project and undertake the Evaluation of the 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 support the development and delivery of the project through the creation and implementation of a Project Evaluation Plan and Evaluation Report.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830984
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559259
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
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£38,875 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20262 weeks 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
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICONIC CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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