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title: "SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000827166"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTTISH FORESTRY"
published: "2026-04-07"
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# SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement

Buyer: SCOTTISH FORESTRY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000827166

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## Summary

Scottish Forestry, located in Edinburgh, is in the planning stage of establishing a multi-supplier framework agreement titled "SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement." The initiative, scheduled for public notification on 15 April 2026, falls under the services category, specifically focusing on environmental protection. It is part of their strategic plan for 2025-2030. The procurement involves research on tree health across Scotland, with economic modelling and analytical work as key components. It is governed by the legal framework EC Directive 2014/24/EU. The primary delivery locations encompass the UK, supporting Scottish Forestry’s objectives related to tree pests and diseases.

This tender presents an excellent avenue for growth for businesses proficient in services related to research, economic modelling, geostatistics, and environmental protection. Companies with a background in conducting impact assessments, economic analysis, and spatial data management can find significant opportunities. The framework allows businesses to associate with a leading national authority, providing potential for long-term collaborations and stakeholder engagement in Scotland’s forest management sector. Organisations demonstrating advanced capabilities in these areas, particularly those trained in economics or geostatistics, would be well-suited to participate and compete for this strategic venture.

## Notice

Scottish Forestry intends to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement that will provide essential support to Scottish Forestry by undertaking new research, performing analytical work against defined criteria, and factual reporting on evidence and recommendations in relation to tree health research across Scotland. This framework will directly contribute to the delivery of the strategic objectives outlined in Scottish Forestry's Corporate Strategy and Plan 2025-2030. Research activities under this framework will include support for Scottish Forestry in meeting its policy and regulatory responsibilities related to tree pests and diseases and may also include the requirement to work collaboratively and to present the research and findings to stakeholders.

### Lot Information

Economic modelling and analysis

Framework Contractors will provide a support role to Scottish Forestry Tree Health Team, with economic modelling, including impact assessments and supply chain analysis. Organisations will have professional training in economics, including sound knowledge of micro-economics and related principles and processes for conducting impact assessments. Organisations may also support other areas such as Sustainable Forest Management and Forest Sector Development.. The detail within this lot is subject to change.

lot 1 - Modelling and geostatistics

To provide a provide a support role to Scottish Forestry Tree Health Team with modelling and geostatistics, including spatiotemporal and compartmental modelling. Organisations will have experience collecting, managing, and analysing large spatial datasets. Provide proficiency interpreting and visualising modelling results for decision-makers Organisations may also support other areas such as Sustainable Forest Management and Forest Sector Development.. This lot is subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553356 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH FORESTRY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH11 3XD |
| 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 | Sighthill/Gorgie |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553356

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553356
  SF_0567 - Research and Development Framework Agreement - Scottish Forestry intends to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement that will provide essential support to Scottish Forestry by undertaking new research, performing analytical work against defined criteria, and factual reporting on evidence and recommendations in relation to tree health research across Scotland. This framework will directly contribute to the delivery of the strategic objectives outlined in Scottish Forestry's Corporate Strategy and Plan 2025-2030. Research activities under this framework will include support for Scottish Forestry in meeting its policy and regulatory responsibilities related to tree pests and diseases and may also include the requirement to work collaboratively and to present the research and findings to stakeholders.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=827166
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827166
- https://www.forestry.gov.scot

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