Notice Information
Notice Title
Assessment and Selection Services for Senior Civil Service Roles
Notice Description
The Scottish Government requires to appoint a supplier of Psychometric assessment services to be used in relation to external and internal recruitment at all levels of the Senior Civil Service (SCS), ie primarily Deputy Director, Director and Director General Level. The successful tenderer will provide the service to the Senior Resourcing & Staffing Team in the Scottish Government. This is a demand led contract and will be utilised when required up to the maximum contract value.
Lot Information
Lot 1
The Scottish Government requires to appoint a supplier of Psychometric assessment services to be used in relation to external and internal recruitment at all levels of the Senior Civil Service (SCS), ie primarily Deputy Director, Director and Director General Level. The successful tenderer will deliver a report for psychometric assessment services in relation to SCS recruitment and promotion at all levels that is compliant and incorporates the Scottish Government SCS Leadership Framework Criteria and the specific criteria for the post at SCS level. The Supplier must be able to provide national coverage, with consistent levels of service for varied requirements as required by the Scottish Government and will work with them to ensure that best value for money is obtained in terms of delivery of the assessment centres. Consultants working on this project must be fully qualified Chartered Occupational Psychologists, members of the British Psychological Society (BPS), and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Additional information: This is a demand led contract and will have a maximum budget of 6000000.00 GBP for the full duration if required.
Options: Initial contract duration is for 24 months - 20th December 2024 until 19th December 2026. Optional extension period is for 12 months until the 19th of December 2027.
Renewal: Initial duration will be 24 months with an option to extend the contract for an additional 12 months.
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-043999
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028223-2024
- Current Stage
- Award
- All Stages
- Planning, Tender, Award
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- Planning Notice
- Procurement Type
- Standard
- Procurement Category
- Services
- Procurement Method
- Open
- Procurement Method Details
- Open procedure
- Tender Suitability
- Not specified
- Awardee Scale
- SME
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
-
- CPV Codes
79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
79600000 - Recruitment services
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £600,000 £500K-£1M
- Lots Value
- Not specified
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- £600,000 £500K-£1M
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 4 Sep 20241 years ago
- Submission Deadline
- 14 May 2024Expired
- Future Notice Date
- 7 Mar 2024Expired
- Award Date
- 3 Sep 20241 years ago
- Contract Period
- Not specified - Not specified
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Complete
- Lots Status
- Cancelled
- Awards Status
- Active
- Contracts Status
- Active
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
- Contact Name
- Laura Vivian
- Contact Email
- laura.vivian@gov.scot
- Contact Phone
- +44 07467338120
Buyer Location
- Locality
- GLASGOW
- Postcode
- G2 8EA
- Post Town
- Glasgow
- Country
- Scotland
-
- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLM Scotland
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLM3 West Central Scotland
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLM32 Glasgow City
- Delivery Location
- TLM Scotland
-
- Local Authority
- Glasgow City
- Electoral Ward
- Anderston/City/Yorkhill
- Westminster Constituency
- Glasgow North
Further Information
Notice URLs
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
View full OCDS Record for this contracting process
The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.
{
"tag": [
"compiled"
],
"id": "ocds-h6vhtk-043999-2024-09-04T10:18:48+01:00",
"date": "2024-09-04T10:18:48+01:00",
"ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-043999",
"description": "Question Scoring Methodology for Award Criteria outlined in Invitation to Tender. 0 Unacceptable Nil or inadequate response. Fails to demonstrate an ability to meet the requirement. 1 Poor Response is partially relevant but generally poor. The response addresses some elements of the requirement but contains insufficient/limited detail or explanation to demonstrate how the requirement will be fulfilled. 2 Acceptable Response is relevant and acceptable. The response addresses a broad understanding of the requirement but may lack details on how the requirement will be fulfilled in certain areas. 3 Good Response is relevant and good. The response is sufficiently detailed to demonstrate a good understanding and provides details on how the requirements will be fulfilled. 4 Excellent Response is completely relevant and excellent overall. The response is comprehensive, unambiguous and demonstrates a thorough understanding of the requirement and provides details of how the requirement will be met in full. Tenderers are also asked to confirm that they will pay staff that are involved in the delivery of services under the contract, at least the real Living Wage. Bidders must complete the SPD (Scotland) to demonstrate adherence to the Exclusion and Selection Criteria for this procurement. If there are named subcontractors/technicians upon which the bidder will rely to meet the selection criteria, these named parties must complete and reattach the SPD Supplier Response Form attached to SPD. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 26144 and the ITT code is 53795. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: The tenderer must provide a Community Benefits proposal that is relevant to the subject matter of this contract and supports the Scottish Ministers' commitment to contributing to the social, economic & environmental well-being of the people of Scotland, as described in the specification. targeted employment support, recruitment and work-related training for priority groups within the community (for example long-term unemployed and young people) as part of your proposed workforce for this project; support for existing Charity and Third Sector Organisations that deliver benefits to the communities Use of SMEs or supported businesses as part of your supply chain up-skilling the existing workforce; equality and diversity initiatives; educational support initiatives. (SC Ref:776938)",
"initiationType": "tender",
"tender": {
"id": "CASE/690456",
"legalBasis": {
"id": "32014L0024",
"scheme": "CELEX"
},
"title": "Assessment and Selection Services for Senior Civil Service Roles",
"status": "complete",
"classification": {
"scheme": "CPV",
"id": "79000000",
"description": "Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security"
},
"mainProcurementCategory": "services",
"description": "The Scottish Government requires to appoint a supplier of Psychometric assessment services to be used in relation to external and internal recruitment at all levels of the Senior Civil Service (SCS), ie primarily Deputy Director, Director and Director General Level. The successful tenderer will provide the service to the Senior Resourcing & Staffing Team in the Scottish Government. This is a demand led contract and will be utilised when required up to the maximum contract value.",
"lots": [
{
"id": "1",
"description": "The Scottish Government requires to appoint a supplier of Psychometric assessment services to be used in relation to external and internal recruitment at all levels of the Senior Civil Service (SCS), ie primarily Deputy Director, Director and Director General Level. The successful tenderer will deliver a report for psychometric assessment services in relation to SCS recruitment and promotion at all levels that is compliant and incorporates the Scottish Government SCS Leadership Framework Criteria and the specific criteria for the post at SCS level. The Supplier must be able to provide national coverage, with consistent levels of service for varied requirements as required by the Scottish Government and will work with them to ensure that best value for money is obtained in terms of delivery of the assessment centres. Consultants working on this project must be fully qualified Chartered Occupational Psychologists, members of the British Psychological Society (BPS), and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Additional information: This is a demand led contract and will have a maximum budget of 6000000.00 GBP for the full duration if required.",
"status": "cancelled",
"awardCriteria": {
"criteria": [
{
"name": "Service Delivery And Approach",
"type": "quality",
"description": "40"
},
{
"name": "Staffing, Skills And Resources",
"type": "quality",
"description": "20"
},
{
"name": "Quality Management",
"type": "quality",
"description": "15"
},
{
"name": "Cyber Security",
"type": "quality",
"description": "5"
},
{
"name": "Climate Emergency",
"type": "quality",
"description": "5"
},
{
"name": "Community Benefits",
"type": "quality",
"description": "5"
},
{
"name": "Fair Work First",
"type": "quality",
"description": "5"
},
{
"name": "Business Continuity And Disaster Recovery (BCDR)",
"type": "quality",
"description": "5"
},
{
"type": "price",
"description": "30"
}
]
},
"contractPeriod": {
"durationInDays": 720
},
"hasRenewal": true,
"renewal": {
"description": "Initial duration will be 24 months with an option to extend the contract for an additional 12 months."
},
"submissionTerms": {
"variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
},
"hasOptions": true,
"options": {
"description": "Initial contract duration is for 24 months - 20th December 2024 until 19th December 2026. Optional extension period is for 12 months until the 19th of December 2027."
}
}
],
"items": [
{
"id": "1",
"additionalClassifications": [
{
"scheme": "CPV",
"id": "79600000",
"description": "Recruitment services"
}
],
"deliveryAddresses": [
{
"region": "UKM"
},
{
"region": "UKM"
},
{
"region": "UKM"
}
],
"relatedLot": "1"
}
],
"communication": {
"futureNoticeDate": "2024-03-07T00:00:00Z"
},
"coveredBy": [
"GPA"
],
"value": {
"amount": 600000,
"currency": "GBP"
},
"submissionMethod": [
"electronicSubmission"
],
"submissionMethodDetails": "https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/",
"selectionCriteria": {
"criteria": [
{
"type": "suitability",
"description": "Consultants must be Chartered Occupational Psychologists, members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).",
"appliesTo": [
"supplier"
]
},
{
"type": "economic",
"description": "Minimum level(s) of standards required: Bidders must demonstrate a Current Ratio of no less than 1.0. Current Ratio will be calculated as follows: Net current assets divided by net current liabilities. There must be no qualification or contra-indication from any evidence provided in support of the bidders economic and financial standing. Bidders who do not comply with the above financial requirements but are part of a Group, can provide a Parent Guarantee if the Parent company satisfies the financial requirements stipulated above. It is a requirement of this contract that bidders hold or can commit to obtain prior to the commencement of any subsequently awarded contract, the types of insurance indicated below. Employer's (Compulsory) Liability Insurance = 5 000 000 GBP. Public Liability Insurance = 1 000 000 GBP. Professional Indemnity Insurance = 1 000 000 GBP.",
"appliesTo": [
"supplier"
]
}
]
},
"documents": [
{
"id": "technical",
"documentType": "technicalSelectionCriteria"
}
],
"procurementMethod": "open",
"procurementMethodDetails": "Open procedure",
"tenderPeriod": {
"endDate": "2024-05-14T12:00:00+01:00"
},
"submissionTerms": {
"languages": [
"en"
],
"bidValidityPeriod": {
"durationInDays": 180
}
},
"awardPeriod": {
"startDate": "2024-05-14T12:00:00+01:00"
},
"bidOpening": {
"date": "2024-05-14T12:00:00+01:00"
},
"hasRecurrence": false,
"contractTerms": {
"hasElectronicOrdering": true,
"electronicInvoicingPolicy": "allowed",
"hasElectronicPayment": true
}
},
"parties": [
{
"id": "GB-FTS-10601",
"name": "Scottish Government",
"identifier": {
"legalName": "Scottish Government"
},
"address": {
"streetAddress": "4 Atlantic Quay, 70 York St",
"locality": "Glasgow",
"region": "UKM",
"postalCode": "G2 8EA",
"countryName": "United Kingdom"
},
"contactPoint": {
"name": "Laura Vivian",
"telephone": "+44 07467338120",
"email": "laura.vivian@gov.scot",
"url": "https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/"
},
"roles": [
"buyer",
"centralPurchasingBody"
],
"details": {
"url": "http://www.scotland.gov.uk",
"buyerProfile": "https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482",
"classifications": [
{
"scheme": "TED_CA_TYPE",
"id": "MINISTRY",
"description": "Ministry or any other national or federal authority, including their regional or local subdivisions"
},
{
"scheme": "COFOG",
"id": "01",
"description": "General public services"
}
]
}
},
{
"id": "GB-FTS-675",
"name": "Edinburgh Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court",
"identifier": {
"legalName": "Edinburgh Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court"
},
"address": {
"streetAddress": "27 Chambers Street",
"locality": "Edinburgh",
"postalCode": "EH1 1LB",
"countryName": "United Kingdom"
},
"roles": [
"reviewBody"
]
},
{
"id": "GB-FTS-40666",
"name": "The Keil Centre Ltd",
"identifier": {
"legalName": "The Keil Centre Ltd"
},
"address": {
"streetAddress": "18 Atholl Crescent",
"locality": "Edinburgh",
"region": "UK",
"postalCode": "EH3 8HQ",
"countryName": "United Kingdom"
},
"contactPoint": {
"telephone": "+44 1312296140"
},
"roles": [
"supplier"
],
"details": {
"scale": "sme"
}
}
],
"buyer": {
"id": "GB-FTS-10601",
"name": "Scottish Government"
},
"links": [
{
"rel": "canonical",
"href": "https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000758645"
}
],
"language": "en",
"awards": [
{
"id": "028223-2024-CASE/690456-1",
"relatedLots": [
"1"
],
"status": "active",
"hasSubcontracting": true,
"subcontracting": {
"minimumPercentage": 0.15,
"maximumPercentage": 0.15,
"description": "RedWest Limited (SC512913) will provide a Chartered Psychologist - Associate Consultant for 15% of this contract."
},
"suppliers": [
{
"id": "GB-FTS-40666",
"name": "The Keil Centre Ltd"
}
]
}
],
"contracts": [
{
"id": "028223-2024-CASE/690456-1",
"awardID": "028223-2024-CASE/690456-1",
"status": "active",
"value": {
"amount": 600000,
"currency": "GBP"
},
"dateSigned": "2024-09-04T00:00:00+01:00"
}
],
"bids": {
"statistics": [
{
"id": "1",
"measure": "bids",
"relatedLot": "1",
"value": 5
},
{
"id": "2",
"measure": "smeBids",
"relatedLot": "1",
"value": 2
},
{
"id": "3",
"measure": "foreignBidsFromEU",
"relatedLot": "1",
"value": 0
},
{
"id": "4",
"measure": "foreignBidsFromNonEU",
"relatedLot": "1",
"value": 5
},
{
"id": "5",
"measure": "electronicBids",
"relatedLot": "1",
"value": 5
}
]
}
}