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title: "Provision of Consultancy Services for Exploring a Croft / Farm Diversification and Biodiversity Officer Study"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000671012"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2021-10-19"
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# Provision of Consultancy Services for Exploring a Croft / Farm Diversification and Biodiversity Officer Study

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000671012

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## Summary

The Orkney Islands Council is seeking proposals for the "Provision of Consultancy Services for Exploring a Croft / Farm Diversification and Biodiversity Officer Study" with a project value of £20,000. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, where interested consultants can submit their bids electronically until 2nd November 2021 at 12:00 PM GMT. The contract is aimed at enhancing the agricultural and biodiversity initiatives within the Orkney LEADER region and is classified under general public services within the recreation, culture, and religion industry category. The bid opening is scheduled for the same day at 3:00 PM GMT, to be conducted via Teams.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in agricultural development, biodiversity, and rural diversification. Businesses with expertise in environmental consultancy and policy development are well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating, these firms can contribute to innovative solutions in the agricultural sector while also fostering business growth in the Orkney region, tapping into initiatives that align with sustainability and community development. Prospective bidders are encouraged to prepare comprehensive proposals that highlight their relevant experience and innovative approaches.

## Notice

An experienced consultant is sought to undertake the opportunity for a croft / farm diversification and biodiversity officer within the Orkney LEADER region.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

An experienced consultant is sought to explore the innovative opportunity to identify an appropriate remit for a croft / farm diversification and biodiversity officer within the Orkney LEADER region.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430826 |
| 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 | 19 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000 |
| 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 | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall East |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430826

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT430826&idx=1
  19th October 2021 - Provision of Consultancy Services - Explore Croft-Farm Diversification & Biodiversity Officer Study
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430826
  Provision of Consultancy Services for Exploring a Croft / Farm Diversification and Biodiversity Officer Study - An experienced consultant is sought to undertake the opportunity for a croft / farm diversification and biodiversity officer within the Orkney LEADER region.

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