Award

Framework Agreement for Interim IT Staff Services - National

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Apr 2019 at 00:00

Tender

30 Jul 2018 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has initiated a public procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Framework Agreement for Interim IT Staff Services - National". This programme, classified under the services industry category, is set for a duration of up to 48 months and covers the entire region of Scotland. Key dates include the submission deadline for tenders on 6th September 2018, after which an award decision will be made. This open procurement process invites suppliers to register their interest and submit bids electronically.

This opportunity presents significant growth prospects for businesses capable of providing interim IT staff services, particularly those familiar with the relevant security clearance and training requirements. Suitable candidates include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger firms in the IT staffing sector, who can effectively deliver a diverse range of qualified personnel across Scotland. The tender will also benefit suppliers that can offer competitive pricing and quality service, as the award criteria reflect a 60% weighting on quality and 40% on price.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Interim IT Staff Services - National

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Interim IT Staff Services on a National basis (throughout the whole of Scotland). The Framework Agreement will be for a maximum period of 48 months. Contractors must be capable of supplying suitably qualified interim workers covering a diverse range of skill sets that have been through the relevant disclosure/security processes. Interim workers should be suitably trained and experienced to perform the duties required of them and must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Interim IT Staff Services on a National basis (throughout the whole of Scotland). The Framework Agreement will be for a maximum period of 48 months. Contractors must be capable of supplying suitably qualified interim workers covering a diverse range of skill sets that have been through the relevant disclosure/security processes. Interim workers should be suitably trained and experienced to perform the duties required of them and must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom. The Contractor must be able to provide coverage Nationally (whole of Scotland), with consistent levels of service for varied assignment types and terms as required by the Framework Public Bodies, on a cost effective and best value basis. Contractors will be able to provide interim workers to meet requirements at the Framework Public Bodies' premises as and when required. Contractors must provide comprehensive management information throughout the duration of the Framework Agreement and any Call-Off Contract awarded under the Framework, to all participating Framework Public Bodies.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000550998
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR351376
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

75100000 - Administration services

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£102,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£102,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£102,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Within 4 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Alison Gardiner, Ian Whitelaw
Contact Email
alison.gardiner@gov.scot, ian.whitelaw@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312445522, +44 1312446007

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
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
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

ASA RECRUITMENT

HARVEY NASH

LORIEN RESOURCING

VENESKY-BROWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG326760
    Framework Agreement for Interim IT Staff Services - National - This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Interim IT Staff Services on a National basis (throughout the whole of Scotland). The Framework Agreement will be for a maximum period of 48 months. Contractors must be capable of supplying suitably qualified interim workers covering a diverse range of skill sets that have been through the relevant disclosure/security processes. Interim workers should be suitably trained and experienced to perform the duties required of them and must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR351376
    Framework Agreement for Interim IT Staff Services - National - This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Interim IT Staff Services on a National basis (throughout the whole of Scotland). The Framework Agreement will be for a maximum period of 48 months. Contractors must be capable of supplying suitably qualified interim workers covering a diverse range of skill sets that have been through the relevant disclosure/security processes. Interim workers should be suitably trained and experienced to perform the duties required of them and must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

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