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29 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The South East of Scotland Transport Partnership (SEStran) is initiating a procurement process to secure consultancy services to develop a regional vision as part of their Transport to Health work, alongside the creation of Outline Business Cases. This contract, titled "SEStran Transport to Health Vision and OBCs," falls within the services category and focuses on the transport industry. The tender is being conducted through an open procedure, with electronic submissions accepted until 20 July 2026. The value of the contract is estimated at £75,000, and work is scheduled to commence on 10 August 2026, concluding by 31 March 2027. The procurement is being managed from SEStran's office at Victoria Quay, Edinburgh, within the UKM75 region.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in transport and health sectors to contribute to an impactful regional vision plan. Businesses with experience in developing transport strategies and business cases will be best positioned to compete for this contract. By successfully securing this tender, firms can not only expand their portfolio in public sector projects but also establish a significant role in shaping transportation solutions in Scotland. The open procurement method invites a wide range of businesses to participate, fostering competitive innovation and offering growth potential in the consultancy market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SEStran Transport to Health Vision and OBCs

Notice Description

SEStran (the South East of Scotland Transport Partnership) is seeking consultancy support to develop a regional vision as part of their Transport to Health work along with the development of Outline Business Cases.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SEStran (the South East of Scotland Transport Partnership) is seeking consultancy support to develop a regional vision as part of their Transport to Health work along with the development of Outline Business Cases.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835893
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558962
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH EAST OF SCOTLAND TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (SESTRAN)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
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
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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