---
title: "Inform blue and green infrastructure policy requirements in National Planning Framework 4"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000600516"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2019-10-10"
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# Inform blue and green infrastructure policy requirements in National Planning Framework 4

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000600516

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is currently inviting tenders for a project titled "Inform blue and green infrastructure policy requirements in National Planning Framework 4." This tender falls under the services category within the general public services industry. It is located in Aberdeen, UK, and is currently in the active tender stage. The deadline for submissions is set for 4th November 2019, and the project is valued at £10,000. Interested parties can submit their bids electronically through the designated public contracts website.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in environmental consultancy, policy research, and infrastructure development, particularly those with expertise in blue and green infrastructure. Companies that can provide evidence-based research and data analysis to support policy making will be well-placed to compete effectively for this contract. Engaging in this tender can help businesses enhance their visibility and establish a partnership with the Scottish Government, potentially leading to further contracts in public services.

## Notice

This research will form part of the evidence base for developing the next iteration of green and blue infrastructure policy within National Planning Framework 4.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim of the project is to support an evidence-led approach to policy making in NPF4 by gathering data to inform its policy on blue and green infrastructure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368608 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 9DB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368608

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=1
  10th October 2019 - Invitation to tender letter
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=2
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 1 - Instructions for Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=3
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 2 - Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=4
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 3 - Evaluation Guide and Instructions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=5
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 4 - Quality Questions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=6
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 5 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=7
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 6 - Purchase Order and Invoicing Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=8
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 7 - Form of Tender to the Scottish Government
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368608&idx=9
  10th October 2019 - Schedule 8 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368608
  Inform blue and green infrastructure policy requirements in National Planning Framework 4 - This research will form part of the evidence base for developing the next iteration of green and blue infrastructure policy within National Planning Framework 4.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000600516
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=600516
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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