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title: "Contract for the Delivery of As Ur - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000827886"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SEIRBHEIS NAM MEADHANAN GÀIDHLIG (THE GAELIC MEDIA SERVICE)"
published: "2026-07-09"
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# Contract for the Delivery of As Ur - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner

Buyer: SEIRBHEIS NAM MEADHANAN GÀIDHLIG (THE GAELIC MEDIA SERVICE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000827886

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig (The Gaelic Media Service), based on the Isle of Lewis, involves the award of a contract valued at £135,000 for the delivery of the "Às Ùr - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner". This service contract, classified under CPV code 80000000, pertains to the media industry and focuses on developing Gaelic digital creators. The procurement followed an open procedure, with the initial tender stage completed by 27th March 2026 and the contract awarded on 9th July 2026. The primary delivery areas include Scotland's Central Belt and the Highlands and Islands, with the aim to foster a new generation of Gaelic-language digital storytellers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in training, mentoring, and media production, particularly those operating within the creative sector and familiar with Gaelic culture. With the potential for the contract to extend beyond its initial 12 months, this initiative not only facilitates direct business engagement and growth but also supports the broader goal of developing sustainable talent pipelines within Scotland's Gaelic media landscape. Small and medium enterprises, like the successful bidder Astar Media, which are well-versed in digital media and community engagement, would find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities.

## Notice

MG ALBA is seeking an experienced agency or delivery partner to manage and deliver a structured programme of training, mentoring, community-building, and events to support the development and growth of the As Ur brand and its network of emerging Gaelic digital creators. The initial contract is for Year 1, with potential to extend into Years 2 and 3. The appointed agency will act as the lead delivery partner, responsible for administration, logistics, marketing, brand-building, contracting, budget management, and reporting across all activity.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

As Ur is a three-year initiative led by MG ALBA to identify, train, and support a new generation of Gaelic-language digital creators across Scotland. The programme builds a sustainable talent pipeline through commissioning, skills development, mentorship, and networking, empowering young Gaelic speakers to become confident, self-sufficient digital storytellers. Please refer to the Additional Documents for a full breakdown of the services required.

Options: The contract is initially for a period of 12 months with the option to extended for a further 2 months, decided on a year-on-year basis.

Renewal: The contract is initially for a period of 12 months with the option to extended for a further 2 months, decided on a year-on-year basis.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559837 |
| 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 | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £135,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SEIRBHEIS NAM MEADHANAN GÀIDHLIG (THE GAELIC MEDIA SERVICE) |
| Locality | ISLE OF LEWIS |
| Post town | Outer Hebrides |
| Postcode | HS1 2SD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Electoral ward | Steòrnabhagh a Deas |
| Westminster constituency | Na h-Eileanan an Iar |
| Delivery location | TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASTAR MEDIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559837
- 27 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552712

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552712&idx=1
  27th March 2026 - As Ur Agency ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552712&idx=2
  27th March 2026 - As Ur Agency ITT Gaelic Translation
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552712
  Contract for the Delivery of As Ur - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner - MG ALBA is seeking an experienced agency or delivery partner to manage and deliver a structured programme of training, mentoring, community-building, and events to support the development and growth of the As Ur brand and its network of emerging Gaelic digital creators. The initial contract is for Year 1, with potential to extend into Years 2 and 3. The appointed agency will act as the lead delivery partner, responsible for administration, logistics, marketing, brand-building, contracting, budget management, and reporting across all activity.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559837
  Contract for the Delivery of As Ur - Brief for Training & Mentoring Delivery Partner - MG ALBA is seeking an experienced agency or delivery partner to manage and deliver a structured programme of training, mentoring, community-building, and events to support the development and growth of the As Ur brand and its network of emerging Gaelic digital creators. The initial contract is for Year 1, with potential to extend into Years 2 and 3. The appointed agency will act as the lead delivery partner, responsible for administration, logistics, marketing, brand-building, contracting, budget management, and reporting across all activity.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.mgalba.com
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827886

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