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title: "Independent Technical Advisors"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000582274"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS ENTERPRISE"
published: "2019-12-20"
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# Independent Technical Advisors

Buyer: HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS ENTERPRISE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000582274

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## Summary

Highlands and Islands Enterprise is seeking independent technical advisors to support the HIE Space Programme and the delivery of Space Hub Sutherland. This tender, titled "Independent Technical Advisors," is currently in the active phase and is expected to commence in January 2020 for an initial duration of 2.5 years, with a potential extension of up to one additional year. The budget for these services is between GBP 120,000 and GBP 136,000 (excluding VAT and travel expenses), with submissions due by 5th November 2019 at 12:00 PM. The procurement employs an open method in the services category, with bids to be submitted electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland platform.

This project presents significant opportunities for firms offering advisory services, specifically those with expertise in the space industry, technical research, or consultancy. Businesses that would thrive include independent contractors, consultants, and technical experts aiming to leverage their skills in a governmental context, particularly in relation to space exploration and development initiatives. The rigorous selection criteria emphasize the need for qualified individuals, making this an excellent chance for those with relevant experience and a commitment to high-quality service delivery.

## Notice

THIS PROCESS WAS NOT AWARDED AND AS SUCH IS INCOMPLETE. HIE are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced external, independent technical advisory support to support the HIE Space Programme, and delivery of Space Hub Sutherland in particular. This exercise is to appoint up to a maximum of 3 individuals who will be called upon to provide independent, impartial expert advice to HIE It is expected that these services will be required from January 2020 for an initial period of 2.5 years, unless terminated in accordance with the provisions of the Contract, with HIE having the option to extend for a period or periods together not exceeding 1 calendar year following the Initial Term. The budget currently available to cover all appointed individuals for the initial period (ie 2.5 years) is between GBP 120,000 and GBP 136,000 (excluding VAT and T&S).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The role of the Technical Advisory Group is important to HIE's governance around the HIE Space Programme. Bidders should note that this requirement is for individuals, and therefore entities wishing to put forward a number of individuals must submit a separate response on PCS for each named individual.. 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.

Options: n/a as non award

Renewal: The Contract will be awarded for an initial period of 2.5 years years with HIE having the option to extend for a period or periods together not exceeding 1 calendar year following the Initial Term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC375852 |
| 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 | 20 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | HIE reserves the right to re-tender for these services upon termination of the contract or at the end of the contract period, including any extension period. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £182,250 |
| Lots value | £182,250 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC375852
- 1 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT367874

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=3
  4th October 2019 - Response Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=8
  4th October 2019 - Response Form - To include ESPD Q4B6 HMRC IR35 question omitted from ESPD which cannot be amended
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=1
  3rd October 2019 - Scope & Guidance Notes
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=2
  3rd October 2019 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=4
  3rd October 2019 - Form to be returned signed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=5
  3rd October 2019 - Pricing Proforma
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=6
  3rd October 2019 - HIE Conflicts of Interest Policy
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT367874&idx=7
  3rd October 2019 - HIE Business Travel Policy
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT367874
  Independent Technical Advisors - HIE are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced external, independent technical advisory support to support the HIE Space Programme, and delivery of Space Hub Sutherland in particular. This exercise is to appoint up to a maximum of 3 individuals who will be called upon to provide independent, impartial expert advice to HIE It is expected that these services will be required from January 2020 for an initial period of 2.5 years, unless terminated in accordance with the provisions of the Contract, with HIE having the option to extend for a period or periods together not exceeding 1 calendar year following the Initial Term. The budget currently available to cover all appointed individuals for the initial period (ie 2.5 years) is between GBP 120,000 and GBP 136,000 (excluding VAT and T&S).
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC375852
  Independent Technical Advisors - THIS PROCESS WAS NOT AWARDED AND AS SUCH IS INCOMPLETE. HIE are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced external, independent technical advisory support to support the HIE Space Programme, and delivery of Space Hub Sutherland in particular. This exercise is to appoint up to a maximum of 3 individuals who will be called upon to provide independent, impartial expert advice to HIE It is expected that these services will be required from January 2020 for an initial period of 2.5 years, unless terminated in accordance with the provisions of the Contract, with HIE having the option to extend for a period or periods together not exceeding 1 calendar year following the Initial Term. The budget currently available to cover all appointed individuals for the initial period (ie 2.5 years) is between GBP 120,000 and GBP 136,000 (excluding VAT and T&S).

## 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-r6ebe6-0000582274
- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-employment-status-for-tax

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