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Tender

22 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Historic Environment Scotland is seeking a contractor to manage the ongoing delivery of its Junior Tour Guides programme, focusing on engaging young people, including those with additional support needs. Located in Edinburgh, this tender falls under the services category, specifically targeting the heritage, tourism, conservation, and built environment industry. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure method, requiring electronic submissions by 21st August 2026. The contract is initially set for two years, with the potential for an extension of up to two additional years, which will be reviewed annually.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in drama education services and heritage-focused programmes, especially those with a track record in engaging young audiences. Companies with expertise in cross-curricular and skills-based educational approaches will find this tender particularly relevant. The requirement for robust financial standing, demonstrated via Scotbis or equivalent financial evaluations, makes this opportunity well-suited for businesses with solid financial health and extensive insurance coverage. Given the nature of the contract and its alignment with Historic Environment Scotland’s Outreach and Learning Framework, the contract offers substantial growth potential for businesses able to embody the innovative engagement strategies outlined in the tender.

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Notice Title

Specialist Drama Education Services for HES Junior Tour Guides Programme

Notice Description

HES is seeking to commission a contractor to manage the on-going delivery of the existing HES Junior Tour Guides programme to the expected high standards. The approach should demonstrate meaningful opportunities to actively engage young people, including those with additional support needs, to support a cross-curricular and skills-based approach aligned to the aims and outcomes of Making Sense of Scotland the HES Outreach and Learning Framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 - Specification for full details.

Renewal: Once the initial 2 years is up, the contract may be extended for a further 2 years, reviewed annually.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838082
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560694
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
If all extensions are used then the contract will be up for re-tender in 2030.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560694
    Specialist Drama Education Services for HES Junior Tour Guides Programme - HES is seeking to commission a contractor to manage the on-going delivery of the existing HES Junior Tour Guides programme to the expected high standards. The approach should demonstrate meaningful opportunities to actively engage young people, including those with additional support needs, to support a cross-curricular and skills-based approach aligned to the aims and outcomes of Making Sense of Scotland the HES Outreach and Learning Framework.

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