--- title: "Lot 1 - Beauly, Dingwall & Thurso Community POD - Information Manager" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-27" --- # Lot 1 - Beauly, Dingwall & Thurso Community POD - Information Manager Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822.json) ## Summary The procurement process, managed by The Highland Council, focuses on the provision of Information Manager consultancy services as per the RIBA Plan of Work. The title of the project is "Lot 1 - Beauly, Dingwall & Thurso Community POD - Information Manager," and it falls under the services category with a specific classification of 71310000, relating to Architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The location of focus for this contract is primarily within the UKM6 region, with services to be delivered to the addresses within this area. The tender followed an open procurement method, with the procurement stage reaching completion by the date of 27 May 2026. The contract, valued at £82,450, was awarded to BIM Consulting Ltd on 22 April 2026, following a competitive tender process evaluated based on 40% Quality and 60% Price. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services within the architectural or engineering domains, particularly those proficient in the RIBA Plan of Work methodologies. It's suited for SMEs, as evidenced by BIM Consulting Ltd—a small and medium-sized enterprise—securing the contract. The open procedure allows a broad range of companies to compete, fostering diverse business growth opportunities. Companies adept in managing community-focused projects, particularly within the UKM6 region, have a competitive edge. The tender incorporates community benefits as part of its requirements, thus providing an avenue for businesses aiming to expand their impact in local communities through high-quality, competitive bids. ## Notice Information Manager consultancy services as per RIBA Plan of Work, and attached Scope of Service and Responsibilities Matrix ### Lot Information Lot 1 Open Tender based on 40% Quality 60% Price ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556649 | | 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 | 27 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 22 Apr 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £82,450 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV3 5NX | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Inverness West | | Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BIM CONSULTING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services ## Release History - 27 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556649 - 5 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548871 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB548871&idx=6 10th March 2026 - HIP25011 Thurso Programme - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB548871&idx=5 10th March 2026 - HIP25008 Dingwall Programme - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB548871&idx=4 10th March 2026 - HIP25006 Beauly Programme - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB548871&idx=1 5th February 2026 - Scope of Works - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB548871&idx=2 5th February 2026 - Community Benefits Guidance - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB548871&idx=3 5th February 2026 - T&Cs - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548871 Lot 1 - Beauly, Dingwall & Thurso Community POD - Information Manager - Information Manager consultancy services as per RIBA Plan of Work, and attached Scope of Service and Responsibilities Matrix - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556649 Lot 1 - Beauly, Dingwall & Thurso Community POD - Information Manager - Information Manager consultancy services as per RIBA Plan of Work, and attached Scope of Service and Responsibilities Matrix ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.highland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000822822 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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