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title: "Impact of Mandatory Written Dairy Contracts in EU and their Potential Application in Scotland"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000554466"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2019-02-05"
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# Impact of Mandatory Written Dairy Contracts in EU and their Potential Application in Scotland

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000554466

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is conducting a procurement process titled "Impact of Mandatory Written Dairy Contracts in EU and their Potential Application in Scotland," aimed at providing a robust evidence base on the implications of mandatory written dairy contracts in the sector. This open procedure falls under the services category and seeks to engage suppliers based in the UK, specifically Edinburgh, where the government is located. The tender period is currently active and will conclude on 18th September 2018. Following this, the award decision is expected shortly after the tender closing date.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in research and consultancy, particularly those with expertise in agricultural policies, dairy economics, and contract analysis. Companies capable of delivering thorough assessments and recommendations regarding dairy contracts will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in such projects not only allows businesses to expand their portfolios but also enhances their profile within the public sector, opening doors to future collaborations with government entities.

## Notice

The main aim of the research is to provide a robust evidence base on the merits and demerits of MWCs in the dairy sector. This evidence will allow Scottish Ministers to come to an informed view as to their likely suitability and application in Scotland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The main aim of the research is to provide a robust evidence base on the merits and demerits of MWCs in the dairy sector. This evidence will allow Scottish Ministers to come to an informed view as to their likely suitability and application in Scotland.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB344178 |
| 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 | 5 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Nov 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 | £56,556 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| 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 | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAC COMMERCIAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB344178
- 21 Aug 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG328569

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG328569&idx=1
  21st August 2018 - ITT Docs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG328569&idx=2
  21st August 2018 - FAQs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG328569&idx=3
  21st August 2018 - ESPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG328569
  Impact of Mandatory Written Dairy Contracts in EU and their Potential Application in Scotland - The main aim of the research is to provide a robust evidence base on the merits and demerits of MWCs in the dairy sector. This evidence will allow Scottish Ministers to come to an informed view as to their likely suitability and application in Scotland.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB344178
  Impact of Mandatory Written Dairy Contracts in EU and their Potential Application in Scotland - The main aim of the research is to provide a robust evidence base on the merits and demerits of MWCs in the dairy sector. This evidence will allow Scottish Ministers to come to an informed view as to their likely suitability and application in Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000554466

## Provenance

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