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07 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Scottish Enterprise, titled "P27-0023: Grangemouth – Strategic Spatial Framework," seeks to appoint a supplier to undertake a strategic spatial framework study. This study focuses on providing Scottish Enterprise with an investment-focused tool for decision-making around land and infrastructure in Grangemouth. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure, and includes sectors related to economic affairs and regional planning services. The tender is active, with submission deadlines set for 8th September 2026, and the contract expected to commence around 26th October 2026 for six months. The total contract value is estimated between £146,000 and £208,000, with electronic submissions required via the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in infrastructure planning and strategic consultancy services, particularly those specialising in economic affairs and sustainable development. Companies with experience in creating actionable, investment-focused plans are well-suited to compete. The project supports economic and infrastructure readiness, holding potential for substantial business growth. Specialists in infrastructure-led planning, land management, and investment sequencing will find this project highly relevant. This opportunity aligns with firms that can contribute to regional economic development while leveraging their expertise to support strategic projects in Grangemouth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

P27-0023: Grangemouth - Strategic Spatial Framework

Notice Description

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to appoint a supplier to deliver the Grangemouth Strategic Spatial Framework study to Scottish Enterprise. The work is intended to provide a practical, infrastructure-led and investment-focused tool to support decision-making around land, infrastructure, sequencing and investment readiness, rather than producing a fixed masterplan or statutory zoning document. It is anticipated that the contract will start on c. 26 October 2026 for a period of 6 months. The estimated total value associated with this contract is expected to be in the region of between GBP146,000 and GBP208,000 excluding VAT. Full details of the specification can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to appoint a supplier to deliver the Grangemouth Strategic Spatial Framework study to Scottish Enterprise. The work is intended to provide a practical, infrastructure-led and investment-focused tool to support decision-making around land, infrastructure, sequencing and investment readiness, rather than producing a fixed masterplan or statutory zoning document. It is anticipated that the contract will start on c. 26 October 2026 for a period of 6 months. The estimated total value associated with this contract is expected to be in the region of between GBP146,000 and GBP208,000 excluding VAT. Full details of the specification can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836164
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561899
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

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


CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

71354100 - Digital mapping services

71356400 - Technical planning services

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

71410000 - Urban planning services

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£208,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£208,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 20264 weeks to go
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
SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561899
    P27-0023: Grangemouth - Strategic Spatial Framework - The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to appoint a supplier to deliver the Grangemouth Strategic Spatial Framework study to Scottish Enterprise. The work is intended to provide a practical, infrastructure-led and investment-focused tool to support decision-making around land, infrastructure, sequencing and investment readiness, rather than producing a fixed masterplan or statutory zoning document. It is anticipated that the contract will start on c. 26 October 2026 for a period of 6 months. The estimated total value associated with this contract is expected to be in the region of between GBP146,000 and GBP208,000 excluding VAT. Full details of the specification can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT).

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