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Making Climate Futures Real

University Of Edinburgh

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17 Jun 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has initiated a tender process seeking a supplier for the 'Making Climate Futures Real' project, an endeavour commissioned by the Scottish Government. This project falls under the education sector and aims to produce a comprehensive report and actionable recommendations to communicate Scotland's future climate scenarios to the public. The procurement method is an open procedure, with submissions required electronically via PCS-Tender. Located in Edinburgh, this project invites proposals with a submission deadline of 27th July 2026. The contract is valued at £90,000 and anticipates a service delivery focused within Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in climate communication, consultancy, and research services, particularly those with expertise in public engagement and policy advice. With a robust financial background as stipulated by turnover and insurance requirements, companies can secure this project to strengthen their portfolio in climate-related government partnerships. Additionally, firms with effective supply chain management systems will find this contract aligns well with their operational strengths, given the expectations around prompt supplier payments and sustainable practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Making Climate Futures Real

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh is conducting a tender exercise to appoint a Supplier to deliver 'Making Climate Futures Real: how to best communicate to the public what a changing climate means for Scotland.', a ClimateXChange project commissioned on behalf of the Scottish Government. The primary output of this research project will be a report and set of practical recommendations for trusted messengers to communicate effectively to the general public about Scotland's future climate realities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Invitation to Tender ("ITT") is for an Open procedure which shall be conducted in accordance with the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016 and Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014 to establish a contract. The University of Edinburgh is conducting a tender exercise to appoint a Supplier to deliver 'Making Climate Futures Real: how to best communicate to the public what a changing climate means for Scotland.', a ClimateXChange project commissioned on behalf of the Scottish Government. The primary output of this research project will be a report and set of practical recommendations for trusted messengers to communicate effectively to the general public about Scotland's future climate realities. Further detail is available in Schedule 3 - Statement of Requirements available on PCS- Tender as linked on this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834883
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558165
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

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

CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University Of Edinburgh
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Postcode Area
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
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558165
    Making Climate Futures Real - The University of Edinburgh is conducting a tender exercise to appoint a Supplier to deliver 'Making Climate Futures Real: how to best communicate to the public what a changing climate means for Scotland.', a ClimateXChange project commissioned on behalf of the Scottish Government. The primary output of this research project will be a report and set of practical recommendations for trusted messengers to communicate effectively to the general public about Scotland's future climate realities.

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