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Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health & Safety Advisor

UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of the Highlands and Islands has completed the procurement process for a Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health & Safety Advisor, under the procurement method of "Open procedure". This project falls under the services category within the Health and safety consultancy services (CPV code 71317210). The framework, open to multiple academic partners such as UHI Argyll, UHI Inverness, and UHI Moray, covers two key lots: General Health & Safety and Fire Safety. The initial tender was announced in August 2024 with amendments made to extend the submission deadline to 23 September 2024. The contracts for both lots were signed on 26 November 2024, with active suppliers including D S Fire Safety and 1st Safety Solutions for General Health & Safety, and Firelink Protection and Baily Garner (Health & Safety) Ltd for Fire Safety.

This framework agreement offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in health and safety consultancy and fire safety services. Enterprises that have expertise in conducting risk assessments, providing legislative guidance, and delivering training would be well-suited to compete. The diverse range of services required, coupled with a phased participation approach, allows businesses to engage at different stages, possibly increasing their market reach. Notably, suppliers ranging from SMEs to larger firms have successfully been awarded contracts, indicating diverse opportunities for businesses of various scales. This contract encourages continuous improvement and fair work practices, which may enhance the competitive edge of companies meeting these criteria.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health & Safety Advisor

Notice Description

The named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands wish to form a Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health and Safety Advisor. The named Academic Partners of the University are: - UHI Argyll - UHI Executive Office - UHI Inverness - UHI Moray - UHI North, West and Hebrides - UHI Perth - Highland Theological College - Sabhal Mor Ostaig - Scottish Association for Marine Science The Framework Agreement is split into two (2) Lots: Lot 1 - General Health & Safety Lot 2 - Fire Safety Each named Academic Partner may join the Framework Agreement at any time during the Framework Agreement, for some this will be when their existing supply Agreements expire; this means that from the beginning of the Framework Agreement, participation may be phased in.

Lot Information

General Health & Safety

The scope of Lot 1 shall cover 'General Health and Safety' Consultancy, which will encompass services such as, but not limited to: - Guidance on Health and Safety legislation - Risk Assessments - Accident investigation - Training Further detail as to the scope of Lot 1 is covered in 'Appendix H - Specification'.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Fire Safety

The scope of Lot 2 shall cover 'Fire Safety' Consultancy, which will encompass services such as, but not limited to: - Guidance on Health and Safety legislation - Risk Assessments - Accident investigation - Training Further detail as to the scope of Lot 2 is covered in 'Appendix H - Specification'.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0491fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038694-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71313410 - Risk or hazard assessment for construction

71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services

71317200 - Health and safety services

71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services

80561000 - Health training services

85100000 - Health services

90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
August 2026 OR August 2027 OR August 2028

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ayoung@apuc-scot.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1463255000

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 3JH
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness Millburn
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

1ST SAFETY SOLUTIONS

BAILY GARNER (HEALTH & SAFETY

D S FIRE SAFETY

FIRELINK PROTECTION

PROJECT HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES

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