--- title: "Scottish Rural Leadership Programme" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068a42" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068a42" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068a42.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068a42.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE" published: "2026-04-24" --- # Scottish Rural Leadership Programme Buyer: SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068a42 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068a42) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068a42.json) ## Summary Scottish Enterprise is currently inviting tenders for the delivery of the Scottish Rural Leadership Programme, aimed at enhancing leadership capabilities across rural Scotland. The procurement is divided into two active lots: Lot 1 focuses on the core delivery of the programme, scheduled to start on 29th June 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2029, while Lot 2 involves managing and facilitating the Scottish Rural Leaders Network. This procurement falls under the services category and is classified under economic affairs, specifically business development consultancy services, and covers the UK region. Interested bidders must submit their electronic responses by 11:00 on 1st June 2026, with key dates including the bid opening on the same date. The process is conducted through an open procedure, implying transparent competition. Businesses specialising in business management consultancy, innovation, leadership coaching, and event management are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity. The Scottish Rural Leadership Programme seeks suppliers capable of promoting leadership confidence and innovation, as well as managing a network of programme graduates. Companies with strong methodologies in delivering leadership initiatives and effective communication strategies will find this programme an excellent platform for expanding their services within the Scottish rural community. The contract also encourages adherence to ethical working conditions, presenting growth opportunities for businesses prioritising fair labour practices. ## Notice Scottish Enterprise (SE), seeks to procure a supplier(s) to deliver the refreshed 2026-2029 Scottish Rural Leadership Programme (SRLP), split into two lots. It is anticipated that the contract for Lot 1 and Lot 2 will commence on the 29th of June 2026, with a completion date of 31st March 2029. ### Lot Information Scottish Rural Leadership Programme - Core Delivery Programme Lot 1 - Scottish Enterprise (SE) is seeking to procure a supplier to design and deliver an annual six month Scottish Rural Leadership Programme that strengthens leadership confidence, decision making, innovation capability and business resilience across rural Scotland. Renewal: SE will have the option to extend the contract for a further period of 12 months Scottish Rural Leaders Network Lot 2 - Scottish Enterprise is seeking to procure a supplier to manage, grow and actively facilitate the Scottish Rural Leaders Network, a pan Scotland community of graduates of the Scottish Rural Leadership Programme (SRLP). Renewal: SE will have the option to extend the contract for a further period of 12 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037364-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 6HQ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services - 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services - 79411100 - Business development consultancy services - 98390000 - Other services ## Release History - 24 Apr 2026 at 08:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037364-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/Selling/supplier-enquiries - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830264 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=830264 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830264 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00398 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/glasgow-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court - https://www.scottish-enterprise.com/help/contact-us ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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