--- title: "Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL" published: "2022-06-17" --- # Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Orkney Islands Council involves the tender titled "Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy." This procurement, classified under the services category, is located in Orkney (UKM65) and has now completed the award stage. The contract was awarded to Chris Blandford Associates Limited, with a total contract value of £43,596.74, signed on 28th March 2022. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, allowing for competitive bidding, and the relevant documentation pertaining to this contract can be accessed online. This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those focused on tourism, cultural heritage, and sustainability. Companies that have experience in developing interpretation strategies and engaging with stakeholders, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-positioned to compete in this space. The consultancy work is integral to fostering sustainable tourism in the region, thereby creating room for expanding business activities in associated fields. ## Notice Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for a consultant to lead on the development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy following on from the development of an interpretation strategy framework. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Orkney Islands Council (OIC) seeks to commission a consultant to collaborate with partners and stakeholders on the development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy to support responsible recovery founded on sustainability. Building on the Interpretation Strategy Framework, Partners, Historic Environment Scotland, Orkney Islands Council and Highlands and Islands Enterprise, now seek support to develop a full Interpretation Strategy that will expand and deepen the interpretive themes and principles, and provide detailed guidance for an integrated approach to the development and delivery of interpretation across the Islands. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451511 | | 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 | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jun 2022 | | Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 28 Mar 2022 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £45,000 | | Lots value | £45,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £43,596 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | CHRIS BLANDFORD ASSOCIATES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services - 75125000 - Administrative services related to tourism affairs - 79311400 - Economic research services ## Release History - 17 Jun 2022 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451511 - 22 Feb 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB441393 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB441393&idx=1 22nd February 2022 - Invitation to Quote Documentation - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB441393&idx=2 22nd February 2022 - Appendix 1 - Destination Asset Audit - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB441393&idx=3 22nd February 2022 - Appendix 2 Interpretation Framework - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB441393&idx=4 22nd February 2022 - Appendix 3 Strategic Tourism Infrastructure Development Plan - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB441393 Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy - Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for a consultant to lead on the development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy following on from the development of an interpretation strategy framework. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451511 Provision of the Development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy - Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for a consultant to lead on the development of an Orkney Interpretation Strategy following on from the development of an interpretation strategy framework. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.cbastudios.com - http://www.orkney.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000684214 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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