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Tender description

Scottish Enterprise (SE) and Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) wish to procure a framework of a maximum of 6 suitably qualified and experienced offshore wind contractors to provide Expert Support consultancy input and advice to a range of company types, sizes and from differing principle sectors, who are looking to diversify into the offshore wind sector. This support will vary in range and depth depending on the company's opportunity / commitment to diversification. It is envisaged that this framework will commence in April 2016 and have duration of 3 years with the option to extend for a further year. This support will be 1 component part of the wider Offshore Wind Diversification Support project which aims to support offshore wind supply chain development to ensure companies in Scotland are in a position to meet the industry demand in this fast developing sector. Support will be delivered to companies across Scotland as required and will include 1-to-1 company contact and company visits. See attached Invitation to Tender for further details.