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title: "Research Consultancy Services"
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# Research Consultancy Services

Buyer: ZERO WASTE SCOTLAND LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000734511

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Zero Waste Scotland Ltd is in the award stage. The organisation has run an open tender for "Research Consultancy Services" in Stirling, UK. This multi-lot, multi-supplier framework agreement aims to provide research consultancy services. The procurement method used is an open procedure. The deadline for this tender process was on 4th June 2024.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specializing in research consultancy services. Businesses equipped to conduct quantitative and qualitative research and able to offer innovative solutions in areas such as circular economy, waste systems, and social innovation are well-suited to compete. The procurement includes lots for different types of research services, allowing a range of businesses, from SMEs to larger corporations, to participate in the process and engage with Zero Waste Scotland Ltd to support sustainable practices and strategic objectives.

## Notice

A regulated ("Open") tender to establish a multi-lot, multi-supplier framework agreement for the provision of research consultancy services.

### Lot Information

Quantitative Research Services

Lot 1 - Quantitative Research Services of this framework agreement will be used for the collection, study and / or analysis of the relationship between variables, making it possible for the Client to draw generalisations and make predictions based on the data. Services will be requested under this Lot on a Call Off basis in accordance with the information provided the Lot Specification only. We are appointing a total of six (6) suppliers to Lot 1 of this framework agreement. This number is intended to provide sufficient capacity and capability for delivery of services under this Lot during the period of this framework agreement. Zero Waste Scotland is unwilling and unable to guarantee that any services will be requested under this Lot or that any Call Offs will be awarded to any supplier at any time during the period of this framework agreement.. 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: The potential for additional / optional services to be requested under this Lot is identified in the Lot Specification.

Renewal: Two (2) extension options of twelve (12) months are provided for this framework agreement, with the maximum possible end date being Friday 21 April 2028.

Qualitative Research Services

Lot 2 - Qualitative Research Services of this framework agreement will be used for the collection and / or analysis of non-numerical data (e.g., text, video, or audio) to explore and understand concepts, opinions, attitudes, behaviours, or experiences, and to gather in-depth insights into a problem or generate new ideas for research. Services will be requested under this Lot on a Call Off basis in accordance with the information provided the Lot Specification only. We are appointing a total of seven (7) suppliers to Lot 2 of this framework agreement. This number is intended to provide sufficient capacity and capability for delivery of services under this Lot during the period of this framework agreement. Zero Waste Scotland is unwilling and unable to guarantee that any services will be requested under this Lot or that any Call Offs will be awarded to any supplier at any time during the period of this framework agreement.. 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: The potential for additional / optional services to be requested under this Lot is identified in the Lot Specification.

Renewal: Two (2) extension options of twelve (12) months are provided for this framework agreement, with the maximum possible end date being Friday 21 April 2028.

Mixed Methods Research Services

Lot 3 - Mixed Methods Research Services of this framework agreement will be used to triangulate results and gain a more complete picture than a standalone quantitative or qualitative study by integrating the benefits of both methods. It may also be used to support delivery of a structured and rigorous Rapid Evidence Review where appropriate. Services will be requested under this Lot on a Call Off basis in accordance with the information provided the Lot Specification only. We are appointing a total of five (5) suppliers to Lot 3 of this framework agreement. This number is intended to provide sufficient capacity and capability for delivery of services under this Lot during the period of this framework agreement. Zero Waste Scotland is unwilling and unable to guarantee that any services will be requested under this Lot or that any Call Offs will be awarded to any supplier at any time during the period of this framework agreement.. 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: The potential for additional / optional services to be requested under this Lot is identified in the Lot Specification.

Renewal: Two (2) extension options of twelve (12) months are provided for this framework agreement, with the maximum possible end date being Friday 21 April 2028.

Third Party Review (Managed Service)

Lot 4 - Third Party Review (Managed Service) of this framework agreement may be used by the Client for the purposes of arranging independent third party review of outputs arising from any project that the Client is involved with, whether directly as a result of a Call Off Contract under this framework agreement or indirectly from any other project activity. Services will be requested under this Lot on a Call Off basis in accordance with the information provided the Lot Specification only.. 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.

Renewal: Two (2) extension options of twelve (12) months are provided for this framework agreement, with the maximum possible end date being Friday 21 April 2028.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN506631 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | 27 Oct 2023 |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2024 - 21 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £5,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Unsuccessful |
| Lots status | Complete, Unsuccessful |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ZERO WASTE SCOTLAND LTD |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK8 1QZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling North |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland, TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 13 |
| Supplier names | ANDTHEN; EDINBURGH BUSINESS SCHOOL HERIOT WATT UNIVERSITY; ENSCAPE CONSULTING; EUNOMIA; IMPACT RESEARCH; MEL RESEARCH; PDR - CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY; RESOURCE FUTURES; RICARDO AEA; THE SOCIAL MARKETING GATEWAY; THE UNION ADVERTISING AGENCY; WAVEHILL; WINNING MOVES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development
- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics
- 79310000 - Market research services
- 79311400 - Economic research services
- 79315000 - Social research services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79421000 - Project-management services other than for construction work
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN506631
- 4 Jun 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN506605
- 16 Nov 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV492869
- 12 Jun 2023 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN480884

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN480884&idx=3
  27th July 2023 - A short survey for suppliers to complete and return, which will help inform future tender activity.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN480884&idx=2
  27th July 2023 - A transcript of the questions received and answers provided during the Supplier Engagement Event.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN480884&idx=1
  27th July 2023 - A copy of the Supplier Engagement Event materials as a PowerPoint slideshow.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN480884
  Research Consultancy Support - Prior Information Notice to provide advance notification of potential forthcoming contract opportunities to provide Research consultancy services to Zero Waste Scotland.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV492869
  Research Consultancy Services - A regulated ("Open") tender to establish a multi-lot, multi-supplier framework agreement for the provision of research consultancy services.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN506631
  Research Consultancy Services - A regulated ("Open") tender to establish a multi-lot, multi-supplier framework agreement for the provision of research consultancy services.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN506605
  Research Consultancy Services - A regulated ("Open") tender to establish a multi-lot, multi-supplier framework agreement for the provision of research consultancy services.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf
- http://www.zerowastescotland.org.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000734511
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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