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title: "Heritage Engagement Project"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000799486"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND"
published: "2025-07-08"
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# Heritage Engagement Project

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000799486

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## Summary

Historic Environment Scotland (HES), located in Edinburgh, initiated an open procedure for the "Heritage Engagement Project," aiming to involve new and diverse audiences in understanding the value of Scotland's historic environment. This procurement was classified under the services category with the CPV code 73200000, covering the region of UKM. The tender process saw its completion with the award made to Kevin Murray Associates on the 27th of June, 2025, with a contract valued at £35,450 and officially signed on the same date. The procurement method was open, and electronic submissions were permitted. The engagement sought to conclude the tender period by the 13th of June, 2025, with the subsequent contract running from the 2nd of June, 2025, to the 31st of March, 2026.

This tender opportunity provided significant potential for business growth, especially for SMEs involved in heritage, conservation, tourism, and built environment services. Given its inclusive nature and emphasis on engagement activities, businesses with expertise in public engagement and policy consultation were particularly well-suited to compete. Companies capable of fostering dialogue and gathering public insights were essential for HES's objective to inform future policy revisions. The open procurement method signified a transparent and competitive process, encouraging participation from both domestic and international suppliers, although the financial standing was rigorously assessed to ensure contract fulfilment. This engagement offers a platform for firms looking to enhance their portfolio within the heritage sector alongside a reputable national agency.

## Notice

HES is looking for a supplier to help run engagement activities to help HES - understand the value of the Historic Environment to the people of Scotland, - engage new and diverse audiences, - develop an inclusive and interactive dialogue, - gather perspectives on trends, challenges and opportunities to help inform future approach to policy reviews and revisions. - raise awareness of how to be involved in Heritage

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see the Specification document that forms part of this tender for full description of the requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534239 |
| 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 | 8 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,450 |

## 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEVIN MURRAY ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534239
- 22 May 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530873

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=1
  22nd May 2025 - Document 1 - ITT - For Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=2
  22nd May 2025 - Document 2 - Specification - For Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=3
  22nd May 2025 - Document 3 - Quality Schedule - To be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=4
  22nd May 2025 - Document 4 - Pricing Schedule - To be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=5
  22nd May 2025 - Document 5 - HES T&Cs - For Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=6
  22nd May 2025 - Document 6 - Self Declaration on Russian Links - To be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=7
  22nd May 2025 - Document 7 - Prompt Payment Form - To be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530873&idx=8
  22nd May 2025 - Document 8 - HES Suppliers Privacy Notice - For Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530873
  Heritage Engagement Project - HES is looking for a supplier to help run engagement activities to help HES - understand the value of the Historic Environment to the people of Scotland, - engage new and diverse audiences, - develop an inclusive and interactive dialogue, - gather perspectives on trends, challenges and opportunities to help inform future approach to policy reviews and revisions. - raise awareness of how to be involved in Heritage
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534239
  Heritage Engagement Project - HES is looking for a supplier to help run engagement activities to help HES - understand the value of the Historic Environment to the people of Scotland, - engage new and diverse audiences, - develop an inclusive and interactive dialogue, - gather perspectives on trends, challenges and opportunities to help inform future approach to policy reviews and revisions. - raise awareness of how to be involved in Heritage

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://historicenvironment.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799486

## Provenance

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