UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

The purpose of this ITT is to appoint a single supplier to deliver stand design, build and dismantling of the Scottish Pavilion at the Seafood Expo Global 2024 exhibition, as set out in the Invitation to Tender, to Scottish Enterprise.

The purpose of this ITT is to appoint a single supplier to a Framework Agreement to deliver International eCommerce Challenge - Programme Accelerator Framework, as set out in the Invitation to Tender documentation, to Scottish Enterprise. It is anticipated that the Framework Agreement will start in November 2023 for a period of 24 months. The value of the Framework Agreement is expected to be in the region of between GBP110,000 and GBP160,000 excluding VAT. After this period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend the Framework Agreement for a further period of 24 months with an estimated value between GBP110,000 and GBP160,000 excluding VAT.

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender is to appoint three suppliers operating under a Framework Agreement to deliver management development programmes to Scottish Enterprise. The framework will comprise of 3 geographical lots as outlined below, each operating as a single supplier lot: Lot 1 – North East of Scotland Lot 2 – East of Scotland Lot 3 – West of Scotland Bidders may submit responses for as many lots as they wish but can only be awarded one lot.  However, if there are no other acceptable bids for a certain lot, then more than one lot may be awarded. It is anticipated that the Framework will start in January 2024 for a period of 24 months. After this period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend the contract for up to two further periods of 12 months each (24 months).

Scottish Enterprise and South of Scotland Enterprise are looking to establish a framework to deliver on tax advisory and related services and will operate as a single supplier framework. Procurement of the services will cover the provision of advice known and anticipated tax consequences which flow from SE and SOSE activities.

Scottish Enterprise (SE) is working in partnership with other Scottish public sector bodies to deliver a significant inward investment opportunity and is looking to appoint a single supplier to deliver services under a framework agreement, to carry out and report on financial due diligence and compliance with the Commercial Market Operator ("CMO") principle, in connection with a significant inward investment project. It is anticipated that the framework will commence on the 4th of March 2024 for a period of 36 months, and SE has the option to extend the framework agreement by a further 12-month period.

Scottish Enterprise has a requirement to tender for a suite of company research databases. The tender consists of 3 individual lots. Bidders may bid for more than one lot. The databases must be an ‘off-the-shelf’ solution, hosted remotely and accessible to end users (Scottish Enterprise staff) via a website. The databases will form part of a portfolio of research databases which will be used by Scottish Enterprise staff to develop and deliver services and to support Scottish businesses. The contracts for the provision of these databases are for a period of one year and will commence from 12 April 2024. Scottish Enterprise may take up the option to extend the contracts for a further one year period.

Scottish Enterprise intends to undertake a competitive tendering process to appoint a supplier to provide the full range of property management services across its investment property portfolio. This portfolio, which is subject to regular change, was recently valued (September 2023) at GBP153M and comprises industrial buildings, offices, multi-occupancy business centres, science & technology parks, development land and other property interests. Full details of the contract opportunity can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT). Scottish Enterprise envisage that the contract will commence on 1 July 2024. The contract duration is 4 years, with the option to extend for 2 x 1-year periods, totalling 6 years overall. The estimated value of the contract over the full duration is anticipated as being between GBP1,800,000 and GBP2,400,000 (excl VAT).

The purpose of this ITT is to appoint an anticipated number of up to 4 suppliers over 2 Lots to deliver periodic expert support a range of different investment management, accounting, and corporate finance interventions as detailed in the Scope of Services section in the Invitation To Tender.

The Trustees of the Scottish Enterprise Pension & Life Assurance Scheme (the Scheme) are tendering to appoint a single supplier for provision of an Investment Consulting Service for the period 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2027 with the option to extend until 30th September 2028.

Scottish Enterprise has 4 primary office locations in Scotland where our staff work, and we do business. We are offering a contract opportunity for a supplier to provide professional, and customer focused on-site facilities and office support service in these locations, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, and Aberdeen, with Glasgow being our corporate headquarters. We also have some other smaller drop-in spaces in other towns across Scotland, which are shared locations with other agencies, and whilst on-site services are not needed at these additional sites, some virtual support will still be required. We require a service which will include welcoming visitors to our offices, answering telephone calls, as well as supporting the general day to day running of the on-site facilities services for our staff, visitors, and other building users in conjunction with Scottish Enterprise staff. It is anticipated that the contract will commence on 1 June 2024 for an initial period of 24 months to 31 May 2026. Following the initial period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option of 3 x 12-month additional extension periods.

Scottish Enterprise require a contract to facilitate the cleaning of our Glasgow office. The aim of the contract is to support the provision of clean, safe, well-maintained, and compliant offices for all staff and visitors. The contract has an anticipated start date of 22 July 2024 and will run for 24 months, with 2 x 12 month optional extensions. Further details can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT).

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to establish a single supplier Framework Agreement of a single property consultant to continue the work delivered through the Strategic Acquisitions Program (SAP), previously delivered under procurement contract P24-0005. SE requires an advisor to (i) review and enhance the existing search criteria and scoring methodology for property acquisitions that reflect current SE strategy, (ii) create a program for identification and reporting of opportunities, (iii) provide the necessary professional services to support property acquisitions in line with SE’s obligations for best value under the Scottish Public Finance Manual (SPFM), (iv) advise on appropriate technical due diligence and coordinate outputs (v) identify potential options for SE to consider (vi) represent SE in acquisition negotiations with vendors, (vii) liaise with SE’s professional and legal advisors to conclude acquisitions on satisfactory commercial terms. The services may also encompass providing advice on property appraisals, and associated commercial advice, where SE considers either working in joint venture or providing grant aid funding for existing property owners is an appropriate way to unlock sites for future development. This will also include standalone, ad hoc commercial property advice relevant to supporting the wider project above. It is anticipated that the Framework Agreement will start in August 2024 and is anticipated to end 31 March 2027, although SE will retain the option of extension of up to an additional 12 months.

Scottish Enterprise seeks to appoint a Lead Consultant / Design Team to advise on the design and configuration of new and refurbished lab and office space at Building NINE, Edinburgh BioQuarter. The appointed supplier will be tasked with the design, specification, and subsequent delivery (Project Management) of the selected works. The works contract will be procured separately. Scottish Enterprise anticipates the contract commencing c. 23 September 2024 for a duration of 48 months. Following this period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend for a further period of 6 months. Scottish Enterprise anticipate the value of this contract to be in the region of between GBP340,000 and GBP500,000 (excl VAT). Further information in relation to the Scope can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents.

Scottish Enterprise wish to put in place a contract with a single supplier to deliver the requirements of P25-0034 eExport & Trade Tech Programme Framework. The programme is aimed at assisting ambitious companies to build their capability and significantly developing their strategic approach to international eCommerce and related sales revenues. We would anticipate a step-change in the companies performance of those participating in the programme in terms of their ability to trade globally via eCommerce and new developments in Trade Tech Contract anticipated to commence in November 2024 for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months. The total value of the Framework Agreement for the full 48-month period has an estimated value between GBP450,000 and GBP600,000 excluding VAT. Scottish Enterprise is seeking proposals for a programme that will contribute to the increase of awareness and build capability enabling companies to sell more Globally via latest developments in eCommerce and Trade Tech.

Scottish Enterprise (SE) seeks to appoint a supplier who can deliver an end to end (full funnel) content marketing and lead generation and lead nurturing capability covering our key international geographic locations and target sectors and industries. This activity will support our Business Plan, and our Mission based approach. The contact will commence in December 2024 and expire on 30 November 2026, with the option to extend for a further period of 12 months ending on 30 November 2027. It is estimated that that the overall value of this commission could be up to a maximum of GBP1,000,000 (excluding VAT) over the duration of the contract.

The purpose of this ITT is to appoint up to 4 suppliers to a Legal Services framework agreement for Scottish Enterprise (SE), Highlands & Islands Enterprise (HIE), South of Scotland Enterprise Agency (SOSE), and their respective subsidiary and associated companies and undertakings, and public bodies sharing complementary economic development and/or training objectives. This framework is anticipated to commence in December 2024 and will have a duration of 4 years (48 months).

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to appoint a single supplier to deliver stand design, build (construction) and dismantling at Seafood Expo Global 2025 as set out below, to Scottish Enterprise.

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to appoint a professional and expert insurance broker to act as our contracted Agent and oversee all insurance related activity on our behalf, with input and agreement from our nominated staff as needed. This will include: (i) Professional advice on insurance market and risks which are appropriate to our current and future business activities. (ii) Procuring and placing annual insurance policies on our behalf. (iii) Handling any claims, or insurance related queries (iv) Deal with all insurance related matters in connection with the SE Investment property portfolio. Full details of the requirements can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT). It is anticipated that the contract will commence on 1 June 2025 for an initial period of 3 years to 31 May 2028, with the potential to extend the contract by mutual agreement for a further 2 x 12-month periods up to a final contract end date of 31 May 2030. An existing contract with our current insurer is due to expire on 31 May 2025. The estimated value within II.1.5 of the Contract Notice includes the estimated costs of the insurance polices in addition to any fees.

The purpose of this ITT is to appoint a single supplier to a Framework Agreement to deliver the International Selling Programme (ISP) Framework, which is a package of support targeted at helping Scottish based exporting companies navigate complex B2B sales cycles and close deals with confidence. Over 12 cohorts of companies have now been managed through the programme and SE wishes to deliver a further programme of 6 cohorts aimed primarily at the energy sector (wind generation and hydrogen). Companies sitting within science & technology sectors (mainly healthcare) may also form a cohort. It is anticipated that the Framework Agreement will start on May 2025 and conclude May 2027. After this period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend the Framework Agreement for a further period of 12 months if required. The value of the Framework Agreement is expected to be in the region of between GBP150,000 and GBP200,000 excluding VAT.

The purpose of this ITT is to enable Scottish Enterprise (SE) to appoint suppliers to a multi Lot framework of specialists to provide commercialisation advisory and educational training support to select Scottish university pre- and post-spinout projects and other Scottish-based early-stage start-up companies within SE’s High Growth Company Support (HGCS) service. The framework will be delivered via two services, Specialist Business Support and an Executive Education Programme, and is structured around four separate Lots. The framework is expected to be in place for 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 months if required.