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Tender

07 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

VisitScotland is soliciting proposals for the project titled "Venue Appraisal for Golf Event" within the tourism and marketing industry category. The proposed tender, open for submissions electronically, focuses on evaluating potential venues for a future Ryder Cup event in Scotland, adhering to green book guidelines. This tender is currently in the "tender" stage, with the deadline for electronic submissions being 31st August 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the project commencing in September 2026. Located in Edinburgh, VisitScotland operates from Waverley Court and functions as a central purchasing body. The estimated contract value is £84,000, and the contract duration is up to four months.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth in the contractors and consultancies sector, particularly those experienced in conducting feasibility studies and venue appraisal in the tourism and sports event industries. Businesses specialising in project management, economic impact assessment, and event overlay planning would be well-suited to compete. The open procedure procurement method ensures a competitive environment, facilitating participation from a wide range of businesses capable of delivering high-quality proposals that align with the strategic objectives of a prestigious sporting event like the Ryder Cup.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Venue Appraisal for Golf Event

Notice Description

VisitScotland invites proposals from suitably qualified and experienced contractors and consultancies for the provision of proposal to conduct a venue appraisal for potential bid venues for a future edition of the Ryder Cup in Scotland. The work, to be presented in line with green book guidance, will include estimated budget and overlay plan, assessment of potential impacts and benefits of hosting. The contract will be for a period of up to 4 months with effect from September 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

VisitScotland invites proposals from suitably qualified and experienced contractors and consultancies for the provision of proposal to conduct a venue appraisal for potential bid venues for a future edition of the Ryder Cup in Scotland. The work, to be presented in line with green book guidance, will include estimated budget and overlay plan, assessment of potential impacts and benefits of hosting. The contract will be for a period of up to 4 months with effect from September 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839646
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561917
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 20263 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
VISITSCOTLAND
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
EH8 8BG
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
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561917
    Venue Appraisal for Golf Event - VisitScotland invites proposals from suitably qualified and experienced contractors and consultancies for the provision of proposal to conduct a venue appraisal for potential bid venues for a future edition of the Ryder Cup in Scotland. The work, to be presented in line with green book guidance, will include estimated budget and overlay plan, assessment of potential impacts and benefits of hosting. The contract will be for a period of up to 4 months with effect from September 2026.

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