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title: "SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067ce8"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTTISH FORESTRY"
published: "2026-04-07"
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# SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement

Buyer: SCOTTISH FORESTRY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067ce8

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## Summary

Scottish Forestry, headquartered in Edinburgh, is in the planning phase of establishing a multi-supplier Framework Agreement titled "SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement". This involves providing consultancy services within the research and development domain across Scotland. The initiative aims to bolster tree health research among other strategic objectives outlined for 2025–2030 as part of Scottish Forestry's policy mandates. The current stage is a prior information notice, intended to gauge interest and inform the eventual procurement strategy, with a future notice anticipated on 15th April 2026. This project will have a wide geographical focus within the UK, particularly targeting research and experimental development services and consultancy in research and development consultancy services.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses skilled in economic modelling, geostatistics, and extensive analysis of large datasets. Companies specialised in sustainable forest management and development will particularly benefit from engaging in this framework. By participating in this procurement, businesses can expand their collaborative roles with government entities, enhance their experience in strategic environmental research, and contribute to significant policy developments in forestry conservation. Ideal contenders for competition would be those with a robust background in economics, a strong foundation in data analysis related to environmental aspects, and the flexibility to adapt to evolving lot structures.

## Notice

Scottish Forestry intends to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement that will provide essential support to Scottish Forestry by undertaking new research, performing analytical work against defined criteria, and factual reporting on evidence and recommendations in relation to tree health research across Scotland. This framework will directly contribute to the delivery of the strategic objectives outlined in Scottish Forestry's Corporate Strategy and Plan 2025-2030. Research activities under this framework will include support for Scottish Forestry in meeting its policy and regulatory responsibilities related to tree pests and diseases and may also include the requirement to work collaboratively and to present the research and findings to stakeholders.

### Lot Information

Economic modelling and analysis

Framework Contractors will provide a support role to Scottish Forestry Tree Health Team, with economic modelling, including impact assessments and supply chain analysis. Organisations will have professional training in economics, including sound knowledge of micro-economics and related principles and processes for conducting impact assessments. Organisations may also support other areas such as Sustainable Forest Management and Forest Sector Development. Additional information: The detail within this lot is subject to change.

lot 1 - Modelling and geostatistics

To provide a provide a support role to Scottish Forestry Tree Health Team with modelling and geostatistics, including spatiotemporal and compartmental modelling. Organisations will have experience collecting, managing, and analysing large spatial datasets. Provide proficiency interpreting and visualising modelling results for decision-makers Organisations may also support other areas such as Sustainable Forest Management and Forest Sector Development. Additional information: This lot is subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031426-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH FORESTRY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH11 3XD |
| 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 | Sighthill/Gorgie |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 11:37 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031426-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827166
- https://www.forestry.gov.scot
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=827166
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30372

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