--- title: "Rural planning policy to 2050: Research to inform preparation of NPF4" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2019-03-26" --- # Rural planning policy to 2050: Research to inform preparation of NPF4 Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government is conducting a tender process for a project titled "Rural planning policy to 2050: Research to inform preparation of NPF4." This initiative aims to explore how planning policy can bolster rural communities and economies, with a current focus on research to guide future policies. The procurement process is classified as an open procedure and is categorised under services. Key dates include a tender submission deadline of 28 November 2018, following which an award is expected on the same day. The project is set to take place in Edinburgh, Scotland, specifically addressing the needs of various regions across the UK. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in research, planning, and rural development. Companies with expertise in policy analysis, urban planning, and community engagement would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Given the substantial value of approximately £30,000, organisations that can demonstrate innovative approaches to enhancing rural living and sustainability will have a competitive edge. Engaging in this contract could lead to further collaborations with the Scottish Government and contribute to shaping future public policies. ## Notice Building on previous research this project will explore how planning policy can support strong and vibrant rural communities and economies in the coming years. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Planning and Architecture Division (PAD) is undertaking work that will form part of the evidence base for developing the next iteration of rural planning policy within NPF4. Expected to be largely desk based the research will consider what Scotland will be in the future, looking ahead to 2050. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR349543 | | 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 | 26 Mar 2019 | | Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 5 Mar 2019 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £29,866 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | LIVINGSTON | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH54 6GA | | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | SAVILLS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 26 Mar 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR349543 - 31 Oct 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT335567 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT335567&idx=1 31st October 2018 - Invitation to tender letter - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT335567&idx=2 31st October 2018 - Project Specification - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT335567&idx=3 31st October 2018 - Schedule 1 - Instructions for Tenderers - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT335567&idx=4 31st October 2018 - Schedule 2 - Form of Tender to The Scottish Government - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT335567&idx=5 31st October 2018 - Schedule 3 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT335567&idx=6 31st October 2018 - Scottish Government Terms and Conditions (SGTC2) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT335567 Rural planning policy to 2050: Research to inform preparation of NPF4 - Building on previous research this project will explore how planning policy can support strong and vibrant rural communities and economies in the coming years. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR349543 Rural planning policy to 2050: Research to inform preparation of NPF4 - Building on previous research this project will explore how planning policy can support strong and vibrant rural communities and economies in the coming years. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000559820 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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