---
title: "SALARY BENCHMARKING ACROSS THE ARTS - PART 2"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830712"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CREATIVE SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-04-29"
---

# SALARY BENCHMARKING ACROSS THE ARTS - PART 2

Buyer: CREATIVE SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830712

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Creative Scotland, based in Glasgow, focuses on "Salary Benchmarking Across the Arts - Part 2" within the services category, specifically related to recreation, culture, and religion. This tender, which adopts an open procedure, is in the tender stage with the deadline for electronic submission set on 18th May 2026 at 12:00 BST. Interested parties should note that the contract period begins on 11th June 2026 and ends on 23rd December 2026, and will take place in the region of UKM, which includes various locations in Scotland. All submissions must be made using the electronic submission method outlined on the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in arts management, consultancy, and research services. With a budget ranging between £15,000 and £20,800 excluding VAT, companies with expertise in salary benchmarking within the arts sector can leverage this project to showcase their capabilities and build their portfolio. The open procedure allows for a competitive environment, ideal for small to medium enterprises looking to expand their reach and engage with key cultural entities such as Creative Scotland. Businesses equipped to provide robust, analytical services suited to salary benchmarking will find this tender particularly beneficial for growth and reputation enhancement. Interested vendors are encouraged to register and dispatch their offers well ahead of the deadline to ensure successful participation.

## Notice

Please see the attached Tender Brief

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554862 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Jun 2026 - 23 Dec 2026 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CREATIVE SCOTLAND |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554862

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554862
  SALARY BENCHMARKING ACROSS THE ARTS - PART 2 - Please see the attached Tender Brief

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.creativescotland.com
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830712
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830712
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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