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title: "Provision of Just Transition Commission Regional Planning Research"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000778701"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2024-09-23"
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# Provision of Just Transition Commission Regional Planning Research

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000778701

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## Summary

The Scottish Government has recently completed a procurement process for the "Provision of Just Transition Commission Regional Planning Research". The focus of this research is to develop an effective approach to regional just transition planning, specifically considering Aberdeen and the North East. The contractor, the University of Aberdeen, has been tasked with compiling an overview of the ongoing relevant work, identifying key stakeholders, and providing a thorough analysis of different options for adding value through regional planning. The procurement used a limited method due to extreme urgency and the contract was signed on 6th September 2024. The entire process has reached the award stage with a contract value of £5,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental protection and public services, particularly those with expertise in regional planning and research. Companies that can offer comprehensive analytical and strategic planning services would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. By engaging in such projects, businesses can enhance their reputation, add to their portfolio of governmental contracts, and contribute meaningfully to significant regional development initiatives.

## Notice

This research should seek to consider Aberdeen and the North East as a case study for how best to develop an effective approach to regional just transition planning. The Just Transition Commission is keen to develop its understanding of what relevant work is underway, who is undertaking it and how. The research team should compile an overview of relevant activity specific to this region and provide a stock-take/analysis of different options for adding value through a programme of regional just transition planning.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This research should seek to consider Aberdeen and the North East as a case study for how best to develop an effective approach to regional just transition planning. The Just Transition Commission is keen to develop its understanding of what relevant work is underway, who is undertaking it and how. The research team should compile an overview of relevant activity specific to this region and provide a stock-take/analysis of different options for adding value through a programme of regional just transition planning.

### Procurement Information

Extreme urgency due to unforeseeable circumstances, covering the immediate need

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514766 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8LU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514766

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514766
  Provision of Just Transition Commission Regional Planning Research - This research should seek to consider Aberdeen and the North East as a case study for how best to develop an effective approach to regional just transition planning. The Just Transition Commission is keen to develop its understanding of what relevant work is underway, who is undertaking it and how. The research team should compile an overview of relevant activity specific to this region and provide a stock-take/analysis of different options for adding value through a programme of regional just transition planning.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/sheriff-court/find-a-court
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000778701

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