--- title: "Contract for the Provision of Governance Effectiveness Review" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY" published: "2026-06-08" --- # Contract for the Provision of Governance Effectiveness Review Buyer: ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086.json) ## Summary The Robert Gordon University, located in Aberdeen, UK, is undertaking a procurement process titled "Contract for the Provision of Governance Effectiveness Review" within the education industry category. The purpose is to enhance the University's governance and strategic oversight. This tender is currently at the tender stage and follows an open procedure, allowing for widespread participation. Interested parties should note key dates, with the tender period scheduled to end on 26th June 2026, and the award period commencing on 29th June 2026. Submissions must be made electronically via the designated website. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in governance consultancy, particularly those with expertise in higher education. Companies equipped with skills in strategic oversight and governance review processes will find this contract advantageous for growth. The open procurement method invites a wide range of service providers, fostering competitive participation. The contract spans an initial 180-day period, with a possible renewal up to 12 months, providing a lucrative avenue for businesses aiming to establish a long-term partnership with a reputable educational institution. ## Notice The review will support the University Board in enhancing its ways of working, reinforcing practices that promote high-quality governance, strategic oversight, and long-term organisational success; and The review will fulfil RGU's commitment to conduct a board effectiveness review, in line with SFC Expectations of Good Governance 2025 ### Lot Information Lot 1 The review will assess: 1. the Board's current ability to effectively discharge its functions and duties as the governing body of Robert Gordon University, including its composition, capabilities, behaviours, and approach to decision-making, with a view to identifying strengths and areas for development; 2. whether the Board demonstrates good governance (compliance with the Financial Memorandum and Code of Good HE Governance) and accountability, including ownership of strategy and Roadmap to 2030, the institutions' performance, proactive risk management, and value for money. 3. Whether the Board and it's Committees has clear and appropriate mechanisms for agile risk identification, mitigation and reporting 4. whether the University has clear and appropriate whistleblowing and conflict of interest policies Renewal: Up to 12 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557515 | | 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 | 8 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB10 7FY | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Airyhall/Broomhill/Garthdee | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services ## Release History - 8 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557515 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557515 Contract for the Provision of Governance Effectiveness Review - The review will support the University Board in enhancing its ways of working, reinforcing practices that promote high-quality governance, strategic oversight, and long-term organisational success; and The review will fulfil RGU's commitment to conduct a board effectiveness review, in line with SFC Expectations of Good Governance 2025 ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.rgu.ac.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834086 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834086 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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