--- title: "Observatory for Sport in Scotland (OSS): Academic Review Papers" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND" published: "2017-09-28" --- # Observatory for Sport in Scotland (OSS): Academic Review Papers Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552.json) ## Summary The University of the West of Scotland is seeking proposals for the "Observatory for Sport in Scotland (OSS): Academic Review Papers" as part of their planned procurement process. This initiative falls under the services category, focusing on the commissioning of academic reviews that will significantly impact the future of sport in Scotland. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase with a deadline for interest registration set for 23rd October 2017. The work will be performed in the UK, primarily in Paisley, where the university is located, and aims to address various topics related to community sport through the production of nine scholarly papers. This tender presents substantial opportunities for academic institutions, researchers, and consultancy firms with expertise in sports studies, policy analysis, and related fields. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong understanding of community sport in Scotland and possess the capability to produce high-quality academic work are particularly well-positioned to compete. The outcome of this project will not only enhance the profile of winning bidders but will also contribute to the broader knowledge base within Scottish sport, providing an avenue for networking and future collaborative research opportunities. ## Notice Commissioning reviews and think papers on the future of sport in Scotland can deliver immediate benefit and impact on Scottish sport; quickly raise the profile of OSS; and suggest priorities for further research. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Commissioned academic reviews of 'the current state and future prospects for community sport in Scotland'. -9 academic review papers by experts across Scottish Universities in approved academic, publishable style with reference and crediting in place -Papers to provide critical, challenging perspectives (see topics at the end) -Linked to policy and practice outcomes in Scotland. -6 months duration maximum - sooner if possible -Culminating in presentation at conference in June 2018 and/or stakeholder event sooner. OSS need: -A short overview summary -the fuller academic review -powerpoint presentation and agreement to speak at least one event for OSS and/or conference. -Each paper should be no more than 5000 words and the overview summary approximately 500 words. -OSS will own and publish the finished work as part of their central knowledge base crediting the author -All academic work for OSS is overseen by the Research Advisory Group (RAG) Chaired by Prof Richard Davison. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296763 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 28 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Oct 2017 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND | | Locality | PAISLEY | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA1 2BE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire | | Local authority | Renfrewshire | | Electoral ward | Paisley Northwest | | Westminster constituency | Paisley and Renfrewshire South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92312210 - Services provided by authors ## Release History - 28 Sep 2017 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296763 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP296763&idx=2 10th October 2017 - Updated deadline - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP296763&idx=1 28th September 2017 - Full details of topics - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296763 Observatory for Sport in Scotland (OSS): Academic Review Papers - Commissioning reviews and think papers on the future of sport in Scotland can deliver immediate benefit and impact on Scottish sport; quickly raise the profile of OSS; and suggest priorities for further research. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=513552 - http://www.uws.ac.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000513552 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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