---
title: "Delivery of Castle Science Learning Outreach Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06042d"
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# Delivery of Castle Science Learning Outreach Programme

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06042d

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Historic Environment Scotland (HES), pertains to the "Delivery of Castle Science Learning Outreach Programme", which falls under the category of education and training services. This initiative, categorised as a service, is designed to reach schools and informal learners across Scotland, with a focus on developing a heritage-focused science offer. The procurement used an open procedure, and as of May 2026, the contract has been awarded to Glasgow Science Centre with a value of £148,000. The initial call for tenders began with an active status and transitioned to award by the end of April 2026. The selected supplier will manage and deliver science show programmes at their venue and through outreach efforts. Historic Environment Scotland, based in Edinburgh, aims to enhance community benefits through this programme, such as apprenticeships and work placements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in education and training services, to expand their reach and impact within the Scottish educational and cultural sectors. Companies with expertise in managing science-oriented educational programmes and a strong commitment to community engagement would be ideally positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth. By aligning with HES's vision, businesses can enhance their profiles as leaders in heritage and educational outreach, whilst contributing positively to community initiatives. The open procurement method further ensures a competitive selection process, encouraging innovative proposals from suitable bidders.

## Notice

HES is seeking to commission a Scottish Science Centre Contractor to deliver, and contribute to further development, of a heritage focused science offer for schools and other audiences. During the contractual period we expect the successful tenderers to manage and facilitate an HES science show programme within their own Science Centre venue and to work with HES to deliver outreach programmes to reach schools and informal learners in targeted locations across the whole of Scotland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 Specification for full details.

Renewal: Once the initial 2 years is up, there will be an option to extend the contract by a further 2 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041803-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | If all extensions are issues then the contract would be up for renewal in 2030. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £148,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 1SH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLASGOW SCIENCE CENTRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 10:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041803-2026
- 13 Jan 2026 at 09:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002471-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://historicenvironment.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000820299
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00164

## Provenance

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