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title: "LIT0568 QMU Innovation Outline Business Case Development"
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# LIT0568 QMU Innovation Outline Business Case Development

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000498151

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is overseeing the procurement process for the "LIT0568 QMU Innovation Outline Business Case Development" project, which aims to develop the Edinburgh Innovation Park, focusing on the growth of the Scottish Food and Drink industry. This contract, classified under the services industry, is currently in the award stage following the completion of the tender phase. The project was initiated on July 4, 2017, with key milestones including the interim report due by the end of July 2017 and the final report expected in early September 2017. It is important for potential bidders to note that the delivery location is at Queen Margaret University in Musselburgh, and the procurement method used is the open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses skilled in developing government-standard business cases, particularly those with experience in working with the education sector or local government initiatives. Companies that specialise in research and development, economic growth strategies, or have a background in consulting within the food and drink industry would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The project also indicates a possibility for further work if the initial proposal secures capital funding, offering additional avenues for growth and engagement in subsequent phases of the project.

## Notice

QMU is proposing the development of Edinburgh Innovation Park (EIP) with a particular focus on harnessing the significant growth projections of the Scottish Food and Drink industry through research and development and maximising the opportunities for innovation led economic growth. Following the completion of an Outline Prospectus Concept and a Masterplan Development Strategy for submission in relation to the Edinburgh and South East Scotland Regional City Deal, QMU wishes to engage a suitably qualified team to work with us to take forward this project to an Outline Business Case for the Edinburgh Innovation Park (to Treasury Green Book Standard).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

BACKGROUND Following the completion of an Outline Prospectus Concept and a Masterplan Development Strategy for submission in relation to the Edinburgh and South East Scotland Regional City Deal, QMU wishes to engage a suitably qualified team to work with us to take forward this project to an Outline Business Case for the Edinburgh Innovation Park (to Treasury Green Book Standard). The Outline Business Case will be used by QMU with a view to securing capital funding from the UK and Scottish Governments and other funders. In the event that this is successful, further work will be required to progress to the Full Business Case stage. It should be noted that the delivery programme may change depending upon an uncertain political context in relation to City Deal funding (in particular the outcome of the UK general election), noting that the appointment could potentially be suspended. SCOPE OF WORKS The next step towards delivery of EIP is a Green Book Outline Business Case (OBC). QMU requires a report in the form of the Government guidance on Green Book Outline Business Case development as applied to the University's vision and outline strategy for the Edinburgh Innovation Park. Some of the information required to populate the Green Book OBC can be extrapolated from previous work undertaken in developing an outline commercial case for EIP. However, this will need to be re-presented in order to comply with the Green Book format. New data and analysis to support the project are required to populate the Green Book OBC format. This will include further consultation with University staff as well as further research and concept development. ANTICIPATED WORK STAGES 1. Review and familiarization - Review current status of the project and the business case - Identification of data and areas of input required by the university including liaison with university contacts in this respect - Identification of new areas of research required to be undertaken by the consultant 2. Interim Report - this will include information sufficient to demonstrate to the UK and Scottish Governments that the proposal is sufficiently well founded and robust to allow it to be included in proposed heads of terms for funding through the Edinburgh City Deal 3. Research, data gathering and analysis across the full range of OBC metrics 4. Compiling the OBC according to Green Book guidelines 5. Document design 6. Submission of draft reports 7. Submission of final report LIAISON The consultant will be required to work closely and liaise regularily with the university team to ensure an open flow of information in respect of the work. A formal reporting process will be instigated and a lead client contact will be provided in advance of the project commencing. The Consultant will be expected to attend 4 meetings on the Queen margaret Campus Location with each meeting lasting approx. 1.5 hours. This should be accounted for in your comercial submission. DELIVERY TIME-SCALES There will require to be flexibility as to how the activities to develop the OBC might be staged given the influence of the City Deal negotiations, but the anticipated delivery timescale is as follows Commencement 4th July2017 First draft End of July 2017 - Interim Report Second draft Mid-August 2017 Final OBC report Early September 2017

Renewal: Where political changes mean an extension to final report or where a longer period is required due to unforeseen circumstances

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG292909 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jul 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ERNST AND YOUNG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2017 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG292909
- 1 Jun 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN284768

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN284768
  LIT0568 QMU Innovation Outline Business Case Development - QMU is proposing the development of Edinburgh Innovation Park (EIP) with a particular focus on harnessing the significant growth projections of the Scottish Food and Drink industry through research and development and maximising the opportunities for innovation led economic growth. Following the completion of an Outline Prospectus Concept and a Masterplan Development Strategy for submission in relation to the Edinburgh and South East Scotland Regional City Deal, QMU wishes to engage a suitably qualified team to work with us to take forward this project to an Outline Business Case for the Edinburgh Innovation Park (to Treasury Green Book Standard).
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG292909
  LIT0568 QMU Innovation Outline Business Case Development - QMU is proposing the development of Edinburgh Innovation Park (EIP) with a particular focus on harnessing the significant growth projections of the Scottish Food and Drink industry through research and development and maximising the opportunities for innovation led economic growth. Following the completion of an Outline Prospectus Concept and a Masterplan Development Strategy for submission in relation to the Edinburgh and South East Scotland Regional City Deal, QMU wishes to engage a suitably qualified team to work with us to take forward this project to an Outline Business Case for the Edinburgh Innovation Park (to Treasury Green Book Standard).

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- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000498151

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