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title: "Hydro Nation Water Innovation Services Specialist Support Framework"
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# Hydro Nation Water Innovation Services Specialist Support Framework

Buyer: SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000543653

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Scottish Enterprise, located in Glasgow, which seeks to appoint suppliers for the Hydro Nation Water Innovation Services Specialist Support Framework. This initiative aims to provide specialist advice for companies developing innovations in the water sector, with the project expected to commence on 1 September 2018 and run for three years, potentially extending for an additional year. The procurement method employed is an open procedure under the services category.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the water sector, particularly those offering consultancy and advisory services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in economic assessments, product trials, or support for innovation processes would be well-suited to compete. Participating in this framework not only enhances visibility in a growing market but also allows for collaboration with established entities like Scottish Enterprise, which aims to foster innovation within the industry.

## Notice

SE wishes to appoint suppliers to deliver specialist advice to companies developing innovations in the water sector. It is anticipated that the framework will commence on 1 September 2018 for a period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year. This project is a new approach to the Hydro Nation Water Innovation Service which operated 2014-18. HNWIS proposes a new delivery method, focus and SMART objectives, which incorporate lessons learned from the first project to deliver more impact to the sector.

### Lot Information

Product Readiness Assessment

The winning Suppliers will support the company with an independent commercial assessment of the status of their current product and service and recommendation for future actions. This can be undertaken in isolation, or can be combined with other support as a way to enhance the benefit to the companies of going through a test centre, however it is recognised that not all companies will need to go through a test centre. This service will offer companies a maximum of two days consultancy time and will focus on establishing the market readiness of their product or service.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: This contract will be for 3 years with an option to extend for 12 months. The estimated value detailed includes the one year optional extension.

Product Trial Support

The winning Suppliers will support the company focused on making the most from their use of a test centre. The definition of a test centre is a physical place where the company submits their product for independent testing. This includes Scottish Water sites at Bo'ness and Gorthleck, other official test centres and testing with a partner or potential customer. From prior experience it is known that some companies require support to make the best possible use out of time allocated in a test centre. This can typically include guidance in advance of going to the test centre, how to set up the test itself and guidance on information to be collected; support during the testing to make sure all goes as smoothly as possible; and support after the test to support the company to make best use of all information collated. It is anticipated that the majority of companies will not need support in all three areas therefore the grant funding is between 5 to 10 days to be agreed with Scottish Enterprise in consultation with the company.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: This contract will be 3 years with an option to extend for 12 months. The estimated value detailed includes the one year optional extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333172 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £466,667 |
| Lots value | £466,667 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £466,667 |

## Status

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

## 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | MABBETT & ASSOCIATES LTD (MAIN QUICK QUOTE CONTACT; WRC PLC - SWINDON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333172
- 21 May 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319884

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319884&idx=3
  23rd May 2018 - P19-0011 Tender Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319884&idx=1
  23rd May 2018 - P19-0011 ESPD Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319884&idx=2
  23rd May 2018 - EU Publicity Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319884
  Hydro Nation Water Innovation Services Specialist Support Framework - SE wishes to appoint suppliers to deliver specialist advice to companies developing innovations in the water sector. It is anticipated that the framework will commence on 1 September 2018 for a period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year. This project is a new approach to the Hydro Nation Water Innovation Service which operated 2014-18. HNWIS proposes a new delivery method, focus and SMART objectives, which incorporate lessons learned from the first project to deliver more impact to the sector.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333172
  Hydro Nation Water Innovation Services Specialist Support Framework - SE wishes to appoint suppliers to deliver specialist advice to companies developing innovations in the water sector. It is anticipated that the framework will commence on 1 September 2018 for a period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year. This project is a new approach to the Hydro Nation Water Innovation Service which operated 2014-18. HNWIS proposes a new delivery method, focus and SMART objectives, which incorporate lessons learned from the first project to deliver more impact to the sector.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000543653
- https://www.scottish-enterprise.com/help/contact-us

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