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title: "Review of Cairngorm Ski Area Uplift Infrastructure"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000518699"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS ENTERPRISE"
published: "2018-03-08"
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# Review of Cairngorm Ski Area Uplift Infrastructure

Buyer: HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS ENTERPRISE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000518699

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## Summary

Highlands and Islands Enterprise has awarded a contract for the review of the Cairngorm Ski Area Uplift Infrastructure. This procurement process is complete, having been conducted via an open procedure targeting the services industry. Located in Inverness, Scotland, the initiative aims to develop a long-term strategy for the ski area following a comprehensive review of its uplift facilities. The contract, valued between GBP 75,000 and GBP 80,000, was signed on 8 March 2018, following a tender period that concluded on 10 January 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in consultancy and infrastructure development within the travel and tourism sector, particularly those specialising in ski resorts or mountain facilities. Companies with expertise in operational reviews, maintenance assessments, and strategic planning would be well-suited to compete, especially those capable of demonstrating experience in similar projects. The review's findings could lead to potential enhancements for the ski area, thereby stimulating further business opportunities in the region.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award Notice and as such the procurement process has now ended. HIE required a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to undertake a comprehensive, independent review of the uplift facilities at Cairngorm Mountain ski resort to determine the best way forward for potential reinvestment in the infrastructure including the long-term feasibility of redevelopment of Coire na Ciste. The review will significantly contribute to preparation of a 5-10 year long-term strategy for the ski area.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

In order that the uplift infrastructure remains fit for purpose, in accordance with the needs of the operation and its customers, a review of the uplift infrastructure has been identified as an essential piece of work. The review will: - Describe Cairngorm's place in a changing ski market and what it might need to do to adapt. - Summarise the current operational and maintenance challenges. - Establish the areas requiring practical rectification with indicative timescales and costs. - Identify potential future opportunities for year-round diversification which may be economically developed to enhance the customer experience, increased participation in snowsports and reduce future maintenance demands. - Review the options for redevelopment of infrastructure in Coire na Ciste. This opportunity has not been split into Lots since it would make its execution excessively difficult.

Options: See additional information.

Renewal: The Contract will be awarded for an initial period of 8 months with HIE having the option to extend for a period or periods together not exceeding 2 months following the Initial Term, if there has been a delay in the services 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=MAR313034 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2018 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS ENTERPRISE |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 5NA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness South |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services
- 71356400 - Technical planning services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services
- 71631000 - Technical inspection services
- 71631400 - Technical inspection services of engineering structures
- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR313034
- 29 Nov 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV302727

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=17
  20th December 2017 - quarterly survey details
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=16
  20th December 2017 - total number of skiers over the past ten years
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=15
  4th December 2017 - Appendix 6 - Contours for Appendix 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=14
  30th November 2017 - Cairngorm Uplift Review - ESPD (Scotland)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=11
  30th November 2017 - Appendix 3 - Summary of Uplift Maintenance
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=12
  30th November 2017 - Appendix 4 - Weather Data
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=13
  30th November 2017 - Appendix 5 - Air Temperature Data
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=10
  30th November 2017 - Appendix 2 - Ski tow Locations CAD Format
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=8
  30th November 2017 - Appendix 1 - Cairngorm Ski Tows Summary
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=9
  30th November 2017 - Appendix 2 - Ski Tow Locations pdf format
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=5
  30th November 2017 - Forms for Signature
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=6
  30th November 2017 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=7
  30th November 2017 - HIE Conflict of Interest Policy
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=1
  30th November 2017 - Scope of Requirements and Tender Guidance Notes
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=2
  30th November 2017 - Award Criteria Response Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=3
  30th November 2017 - Pricing Proforma
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV302727&idx=4
  30th November 2017 - Non Scored Questions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV302727
  Review of Cairngorm Ski Area Uplift Infrastructure - HIE requires a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to undertake a comprehensive, independent review of the uplift facilities at Cairngorm Mountain ski resort to determine the best way forward for potential reinvestment in the infrastructure including the long-term feasibility of redevelopment of Coire na Ciste. The review will significantly contribute to preparation of a 5-10 year long-term strategy for the ski area. The contract is anticipated to be awarded for 8 months with an optional 2 months extension in case unforeseen circumstances delay the delivery of the services. The total value of these services over the maximum duration of 10 months is estimated to be around GBP 75,000 and GBP 80,000 excluding VAT. This budget includes all Travel & Subsistence payable under this contract and any extension period, if required.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR313034
  Review of Cairngorm Ski Area Uplift Infrastructure - This is a Contract Award Notice and as such the procurement process has now ended. HIE required a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to undertake a comprehensive, independent review of the uplift facilities at Cairngorm Mountain ski resort to determine the best way forward for potential reinvestment in the infrastructure including the long-term feasibility of redevelopment of Coire na Ciste. The review will significantly contribute to preparation of a 5-10 year long-term strategy for the ski area.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.hie.co.uk
- http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000518699

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