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10 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

East Renfrewshire Council is currently in the tender stage for an Independent Best Value Review of Enjoy East Ren, seeking an experienced organisation to provide recommendations for improvement. The tender, identified by ERC000831, is part of a general public services initiative and is classified under the services category. This contract, valued at approximately £45,000, will focus on evaluating the delivery of best value in line with Audit Scotland's themes. The procurement process is facilitated through an open procedure, with the final submission deadline for bids being 19th August 2026 at 12:00 PM. The contract is set to commence no later than 31st August 2026, with a duration of 12 weeks, and may potentially be extended for up to 12 months at the Council’s discretion.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in conducting reviews or assessments, especially those with a background in public services or similar sectors. Companies with ISO 9001 accreditation or equivalent quality management systems are particularly well-suited to bid, given the Council's emphasis on robust project delivery and quality assurance. Winning this contract could enhance a company's portfolio by demonstrating its capability to deliver strategic improvements within the public sector. Additionally, smaller enterprises and new start-ups with sufficient financial standing and assurance can also participate, provided they offer strong financial documentation to support their suitability. This project not only promises immediate business gains through the awarded contract but also holds the potential for extended collaboration beyond the initial term.

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Notice Title

Independent Best Value Review of Enjoy East Ren

Notice Description

East Renfrewshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced organisation to undertake an independent Best Value Review of Enjoy East Ren. The review will evaluate the extent to which Enjoy East Ren delivers best value in line with the definition and themes set out by Audit Scotland and will provide clear, evidence-based recommendations for ongoing improvement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

East Renfrewshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced organisation to undertake an independent Best Value Review of Enjoy East Ren. The review will evaluate the extent to which Enjoy East Ren delivers best value in line with the definition and themes set out by Audit Scotland and will provide clear, evidence-based recommendations for ongoing improvement. The review should build on previous work, including the 2018 Solace in Business review and the 2020 Best Value review, and should consider the current delivery model, future service requirements, opportunities for improvement and the ongoing relationship between the Council and the Trust. The Council requires the review to be independent, proportionate, practical and capable of supporting future decision-making in relation to leisure, culture, facilities, governance, financial sustainability and community outcomes.

Renewal: The Council reserve the right to extend the commission up to a total of 12 months although this is not guaranteed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839717
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561976
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

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


CPV Codes

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 26 Oct 2026 1-6 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
EAST RENFREWSHIRE 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
GIFFNOCK
Postcode
G46 6UG
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
East Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Giffnock and Thornliebank
Westminster Constituency
East Renfrewshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561976
    Independent Best Value Review of Enjoy East Ren - East Renfrewshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced organisation to undertake an independent Best Value Review of Enjoy East Ren. The review will evaluate the extent to which Enjoy East Ren delivers best value in line with the definition and themes set out by Audit Scotland and will provide clear, evidence-based recommendations for ongoing improvement.

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