Evaluating the Value of Farming and Land Use in LLTNP

What this is

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority is seeking a consultant to prepare a report evaluating the economic, environmental and social value of farming and other land uses within Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The report will provide evidence-based assessment with clear spatial place-based information to inform future policy development, the Local Development and Land Use Plan, and the integrated Regional Land Use Framework.

Key points

• Evaluation of economic, environmental and social value of farming and land use in LLTNP
• Estimated value GBP 20,000 over 6 months; criteria stated in ITT documents
• Submission via PCS Postbox by 10:00 on 3 August 2026
• Outputs will inform Local Development and Land Use Plan and integrated Regional Land Use Framework

Who can bid

Technical and professional ability as stated in procurement documents. Staff names and professional qualifications must be declared. See attached ITT, bidder declaration, and draft Consultancy Terms and Conditions.

How it is scored

Price is not the only award criterion; full evaluation criteria are stated in the procurement documents (ITT). Tenders opened 3 August 2026 at 10:00.

How to submit

Electronic responses via Public Contracts Scotland Postbox at www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk. Documents: ITT, bidder declaration, draft consultancy T&C. Deadline: 3 August 2026 at 10:00.

Clarifications

Questions via PCS Q&A facility. Contact: procurement@lochlomond-trossachs.org, Andrew Jump.

Contract period

Duration 6 months. Not subject to renewal. Options available for any related activity.

Classification

CPV 79419000 — Evaluation consultancy services ScotlandGlasgow & StrathclydeLoch Lomond and The Trossachs