---
title: "Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise - Whisky and Liqueur"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000648282"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND"
published: "2021-09-30"
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# Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise - Whisky and Liqueur

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000648282

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Historic Environment Scotland (HES) seeking bids for the relet of a contract aimed at the purchase and resale of Scotch whisky and liqueurs. This tender is classified under the goods category, with the relevant procurement method being an open procedure. The contract encompasses multiple lots, including 'Historic Scotland Branded Whisky', 'Malt Scotch Whisky', and 'Liqueur', with each having specific criteria for quality and price. Key deadlines include a submission deadline of 11th May 2021, after which the award period began on the same date, and the procurement is located in Edinburgh, UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the beverage sector, particularly those engaged in the production or distribution of whisky and liqueurs. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in these products are well-suited to participate, especially given the emphasis on quality and competitive pricing in the award criteria. With 14 outlets of HES potentially purchasing various products, there is substantial scope for suppliers to establish long-term relationships with a prominent public organisation while expanding their market reach across Scotland.

## Notice

Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise (HESE) needs to relet the contract for the purchase and resale of Scotch whisky and Liqueur. This will cover own brand, malt whisky and liqueurs. Blended Whisky miniatures related to specific clans will not be included under this contract.

### Lot Information

Historic Scotland Branded Whisky

HESE has 14 outlets across Scotland that have off sales licences. During the life of the contract additional sites may be added or removed. The Retail outlets product range covers a wide variety of items and price points designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of customers including Members, staff and the general public.

Renewal: There will be an option to extend for up to a further 24 months.

Malt Scotch Whisky

HESE has 14 outlets across Scotland that have off sales licences. During the life of the contract additional sites may be added or removed. The Retail outlets product range covers a wide variety of items and price points designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of customers including Members, staff and the general public.

Renewal: There will be an option to extend for up to a further 24 months.

Liqueur

HESE has 14 outlets across Scotland that have off sales licences. During the life of the contract additional sites may be added or removed. The Retail outlets product range covers a wide variety of items and price points designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of customers including Members, staff and the general public.

Renewal: There will be an option to extend for up to a further 24 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429100 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Winter 2025 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £65,239 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 1SH |
| 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 | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | HEMISPHERE BRANDS; MORRISON SCOTCH WHISKY DISTILLERS; OWN LABEL COMPANY SCOTLAND; SELECT DRAMS; THE RIVER TWEED WHISKY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15910000 - Distilled alcoholic beverages

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429100
- 22 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410053

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=2
  6th April 2021 - Document 2 - Contract Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=12
  6th April 2021 - Document 2 - Contract Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=1
  6th April 2021 - Document 1 - Instructions for Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=11
  6th April 2021 - Document 1 - Instructions for Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=3
  22nd March 2021 - Document 3 - Quality Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=4
  22nd March 2021 - Document 4.1 - Pricing Schedule Lot 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=5
  22nd March 2021 - Document 4.2 - Pricing Schedule Lot 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=6
  22nd March 2021 - Document 4.3 - Pricing Schedule Lot 3
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=7
  22nd March 2021 - Document 5 - HES Minimum Operating Standards
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=8
  22nd March 2021 - Document 6 - Pandemic Clauses
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=9
  22nd March 2021 - Document 7 - Various Appendices
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410053&idx=10
  22nd March 2021 - Document 8 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410053
  Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise - Whisky and Liqueur - Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise (HESE) needs to relet the contract for the purchase and resale of Scotch whisky and Liqueur. This will cover own brand, malt whisky and liqueurs. Blended Whisky miniatures related to specific clans will not be included under this contract.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429100
  Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise - Whisky and Liqueur - Historic Environment Scotland Enterprise (HESE) needs to relet the contract for the purchase and resale of Scotch whisky and Liqueur. This will cover own brand, malt whisky and liqueurs. Blended Whisky miniatures related to specific clans will not be included under this contract.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://historicenvironment.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000648282

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