---
title: "Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000804973"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-26"
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# Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000804973

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## Summary

Orkney Islands Council, a regional or local authority based in Kirkwall, conducted an open procurement process titled "Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme." This service-oriented tender, categorised under the industry code 72224000, sought consultancy services for programme management and business case development associated with the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS). Located in the Orkney Islands, the procurement process began with a tender phase ending on 25th August 2025, followed by the award phase on the same day. The project requires the services to be delivered over a 12-month period beginning on 8th September 2025, with an active contract having been signed with Thomas Agar Consulting on 10th September 2025 for a value of £68,060.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in consultancy services related to heritage programme management and business case development. The structured support required two days a week over a year indicates a need for expertise in maintaining strategic momentum within cultural heritage projects. Businesses adept at delivering contracted services remotely or within the specified geographic location will find this sector advantageous. As the procurement was conducted via an open procedure, it encourages competition and innovation, making it an inviting prospect for consultancy firms looking to establish or expand their footprint in governmental and heritage projects.

## Notice

Orkney Islands Council seeks to obtain the provision of consultancy services to support the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS) Programme, with a focus on Programme Management and Business Case Development. The consultant will provide dedicated support for two days per week from 8th September 2025 for a period of 12 months, ensuring continuity and strategic momentum during a critical phase of the programme.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Procurement exercise will be for the provision of consultancy services to support the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS) Programme, with a focus on Programme Management and Business Case Development. The consultant will provide dedicated support for two days per week from 8th September 2025 for a period of 12 months, ensuring continuity and strategic momentum during a critical phase of the programme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540092 |
| 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 | 26 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £68,060 |

## 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 | THOMAS AGAR CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540092
- 25 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535510

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535510&idx=2
  25th July 2025 - Compliance Statement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535510&idx=3
  25th July 2025 - Structure and Format of Proposal
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535510&idx=4
  25th July 2025 - Price Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535510&idx=1
  25th July 2025 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535510
  Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme - Orkney Islands Council seeks to obtain the provision of consultancy services to support the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS) Programme, with a focus on Programme Management and Business Case Development. The consultant will provide dedicated support for two days per week from 8th September 2025 for a period of 12 months, ensuring continuity and strategic momentum during a critical phase of the programme.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540092
  Provision of Consultancy Services for the Orkney World Heritage Site Programme - Orkney Islands Council seeks to obtain the provision of consultancy services to support the Orkney World Heritage Site (OWHS) Programme, with a focus on Programme Management and Business Case Development. The consultant will provide dedicated support for two days per week from 8th September 2025 for a period of 12 months, ensuring continuity and strategic momentum during a critical phase of the programme.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804973
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=757117
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=757117
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=782824
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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