--- title: "Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND" published: "2026-04-02" --- # Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026) Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942.json) ## Summary Historic Environment Scotland has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026)", seeking to establish how the Historic Environment Policy for Scotland is being utilised within Scottish planning. The contract was awarded on 26 March 2026, with Glic named as the supplier. The process was initiated through an open procedure. The contract falls within the services category, with a focus on heritage and conservation, and covers the UKM region. The tender, identified as QQ/1040, moved from the planning stage to award stage, encompassing the tender period ending on 23 March 2026 and supplied electronically. Located in Edinburgh, Historic Environment Scotland acted as the contracting authority, showcasing clear guidelines and no negotiation on terms post-award. This tender represents significant growth opportunities particularly for SMEs involved in providing consultative and analytical services in heritage and conservation. The open procedure allowed equal competition, favouring businesses adept in research and policy utilisation. Those with credentials in the assessment of policy effectiveness in environmental conservation and heritage management were ideal candidates to compete. The award attracted bids predominantly from SMEs, indicating a favourable environment for small and medium-sized enterprises. Glic, among other suppliers, was strategically positioned to leverage its expertise in the required sector. Opportunities such as these are vital for entities looking to strengthen their foothold in the heritage and conservation industry. ## Notice HES is looking for a supplier who can create an evidence base about how the Historic Environment Policy for Scotland (HEPS), Designations Policy and Selection Guidance and Scheduled Monument Consents Policy are being used as decision making tools in the Scottish planning system and Scottish Policy. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Please see Invitation to Quote for full details ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553117 | | 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 | 2 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Mar 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 | Not specified | ## 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 | GLIC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 2 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553117 - 9 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551241 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR551241&idx=5 9th March 2026 - HES Suppliers Privacy Notice - For Information - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR551241&idx=2 9th March 2026 - Quality & Pricing Schedule - To be completed - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR551241&idx=3 9th March 2026 - HES Terms and Conditions - For Information - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR551241&idx=4 9th March 2026 - Self Declaration on Russian Links - To be completed - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR551241&idx=1 9th March 2026 - Invitation to Quote - For Information - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551241 Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026) - HES is looking for a supplier who can create an evidence base about how the Historic Environment Policy for Scotland (HEPS), Designations Policy and Selection Guidance and Scheduled Monument Consents Policy are being used as decision making tools in the Scottish planning system and Scottish Policy. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553117 Historic Environment Policy Utilisation Review (2026) - HES is looking for a supplier who can create an evidence base about how the Historic Environment Policy for Scotland (HEPS), Designations Policy and Selection Guidance and Scheduled Monument Consents Policy are being used as decision making tools in the Scottish planning system and Scottish Policy. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://historicenvironment.scot - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825942 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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