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title: "Economic analysis of the impact of Scottish university research on Scotland's economy"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000799719"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH FUNDING COUNCIL"
published: "2025-10-10"
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# Economic analysis of the impact of Scottish university research on Scotland's economy

Buyer: SCOTTISH FUNDING COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000799719

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## Summary

The Scottish Funding Council has completed a procurement process titled "Economic analysis of the impact of Scottish university research on Scotland’s economy," under the education industry category. Located in Edinburgh, the project aimed to develop an evidence base illustrating the role of Scottish Research and Development on Scotland’s economy. This procurement was conducted through an open procedure and had reached the award stage as of 10th October 2025. The contract was awarded to Frontier Economics with a contract value of £100,740, signed on 17th September 2025. The project's procurement method was electronic submission, aligning with modern digital practices to ensure efficiency and transparency.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in economic analysis, particularly those experienced in research and development impact assessment. The initiative focuses on providing insightful data that could influence policy and investment in university research, potentially opening doors for consulting firms and economic think tanks. Businesses that excel in data-driven research and have experience working with public sector organisations stand well-suited to benefit from such contracts. Engaging in such projects can propel a company's profile and open further avenues within the public sector realm, particularly in the education and development sectors.

## Notice

SFC is seeking a supplier to develop the evidence base which outlines the role of Scottish Research and Development and, as far as possible, Scottish university research and innovation, on Scotland's economy, building on our previously commissioned work.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SFC is seeking a supplier to develop the evidence base which outlines the role of Scottish R&D and, as far as possible, Scottish university research and innovation, on Scotland's economy, building on our previously commissioned work.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541175 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £105,000 |
| Lots value | £105,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £100,740 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH FUNDING COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 5HD |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FRONTIER ECONOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79311400 - Economic research services
- 79311410 - Economic impact assessment

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541175
- 23 May 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY531025

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY531025&idx=1
  23rd May 2025 - SFC ITT Economic Analysis SFC 25-26 001 Q1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY531025&idx=2
  23rd May 2025 - SFC Economic Analysis - Response Document SFC 25-26 001 Q1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY531025&idx=3
  23rd May 2025 - SFC Economic Analysis - Pricing Template SFC 25-26 001 Q1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY531025&idx=4
  23rd May 2025 - SFC Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract for Professional Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY531025&idx=5
  23rd May 2025 - SFC Due Diligence Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY531025
  Economic analysis of the impact of Scottish university research on Scotland's economy - SFC is seeking a supplier to develop the evidence base which outlines the role of Scottish Research and Development and, as far as possible, Scottish university research and innovation, on Scotland's economy, building on our previously commissioned work.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541175
  Economic analysis of the impact of Scottish university research on Scotland's economy - SFC is seeking a supplier to develop the evidence base which outlines the role of Scottish Research and Development and, as far as possible, Scottish university research and innovation, on Scotland's economy, building on our previously commissioned work.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.sfc.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799719

## Provenance

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