Planning

Professional Estate Management Services Framework

NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND

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Planning

20 Jan 2026 at 09:02

Summary of the contracting process

The National Records of Scotland (NRS) is planning a procurement process for a Professional Estate Management Services Framework. This tender, identified as NRS-25-41-F, is aimed at appointing contractors experienced in building consultancy services, particularly within archival stores, controlled environments, and listed buildings. The framework is classified under the CPV code 71315200 and involves collaboration with other Scottish Government buyers. Located in Edinburgh, NRS anticipates a future notice date of 1st April 2026. Currently, the procurement is in the planning stage with a framework value of £1,300,000 GBP.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in estate and facilities management, especially those with expertise in handling specialised environments like archival storage. Companies with a background in building consultancy services and a capable team of qualified, innovative professionals will find this tender particularly beneficial. The open framework allows for multiple suppliers, making it ideal for established firms seeking to expand their portfolio within the public sector in the UK, especially in regions like Scotland. Business growth can be fostered by engaging with this strategic government initiative, particularly for those equipped to meet the specific needs of the NRS's diverse estate requirements.

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Notice Title

Professional Estate Management Services Framework

Notice Description

The National Records of Scotland (the Authority) is seeking to appoint Contractors to provide Professional Estate Management Services. The Contractor/s and its supporting team shall be capable, suitably qualified, experienced, knowledgeable, innovative and suitably resourced in the field of Estates and Facilities Management with specialist knowledge and experience delivering these in the context of archival stores, controlled environments and listed buildings.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Records of Scotland (the Authority) is seeking to appoint Contractors to provide Professional Estate Management Services. The Contractor/s and its supporting team shall be capable, suitably qualified, experienced, knowledgeable, innovative and suitably resourced in the field of Estates and Facilities Management with specialist knowledge and experience delivering these in the context of archival stores, controlled environments and listed buildings. Additional information: This is a framework agreement and we are currently offering the opportunity for other SG organisations to be named as buyers. We will update the PIN with further information in due course.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060964
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004591-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315200 - Building consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Mar 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Leanne Gourlay
Contact Email
leanne.gourlay@nrscotland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 3YY
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

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