Stranraer Marina Vision, Brand Development and Digital Presence Commission

Notice Information

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Notice Title

Stranraer Marina Vision, Brand Development and Digital Presence Commission

Notice Description

Dumfries and Galloway Council is progressing the development of the Stranraer Marina Project, a significant investment intended to strengthen Stranraer's position as a destination for recreational boating, tourism, coastal leisure and wider economic growth. The Council is seeking to engage with suitably experienced suppliers capable of supporting the development of a compelling marina brand, vision and communications platform that will help establish the marina's identity prior to opening and support future marketing, investment and visitor attraction activities. This Prior Information Notice is being issued to inform the market of an upcoming procurement opportunity and to invite expressions of interest from organisations with relevant experience and capability.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Dumfries and Galloway Council is progressing the development of the Stranraer Marina Project, a significant investment intended to strengthen Stranraer's position as a destination for recreational boating, tourism, coastal leisure and wider economic growth. The Council is seeking to engage with suitably experienced suppliers capable of supporting the development of a compelling marina brand, vision and communications platform that will help establish the marina's identity prior to opening and support future marketing, investment and visitor attraction activities. This Prior Information Notice is being issued to inform the market of an upcoming procurement opportunity and to invite expressions of interest from organisations with relevant experience and capability. The scope would include: Development of the marina brand and market positioning; Creation of a compelling vision and narrative for stakeholders, investors and the wider community; Visual identity development and supporting brand assets; Production of promotional and stakeholder materials; Development of a mobile-friendly website and digital presence; Recommendations for brand rollout, signage and visitor experience; Ongoing community and stakeholder engagement in alignment with wider project activities and social value commitments. Further details are provided in the attached document.

Notice Details

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000837933
Publication Source: Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560554
Current Stage: Planning
All Stages: Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Services
Procurement Method: Not Specified
Procurement Method Details: Not specified
Tender Suitability: Not specified
Awardee Scale: Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: £40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 21 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline: Not specified
Future Notice Date: 10 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status: Planned
Lots Status: Planned
Awards Status: Not Specified
Contracts Status: Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY 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: DUMFRIES
Postcode: DG1 2HP
Post Town: Dumfries and Galloway
Country: Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1): TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2): TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3): TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location: TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Local Authority: Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward: Nith
Westminster Constituency: Dumfries and Galloway

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL560554&idx=1
21st July 2026 - Stranraer Marina Vision PIN
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560554
Stranraer Marina Vision, Brand Development and Digital Presence Commission - Dumfries and Galloway Council is progressing the development of the Stranraer Marina Project, a significant investment intended to strengthen Stranraer's position as a destination for recreational boating, tourism, coastal leisure and wider economic growth. The Council is seeking to engage with suitably experienced suppliers capable of supporting the development of a compelling marina brand, vision and communications platform that will help establish the marina's identity prior to opening and support future marketing, investment and visitor attraction activities. This Prior Information Notice is being issued to inform the market of an upcoming procurement opportunity and to invite expressions of interest from organisations with relevant experience and capability.

Notice URLs

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