Award

Immigration and Visa Support Framework

SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Aug 2020 at 00:00

Tender

13 May 2020 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Enterprise is conducting a public procurement process titled "Immigration and Visa Support Framework" within the services industry. This initiative is based in Glasgow, UK, and is currently at the award stage. The procurement involves two single supplier lots, with an anticipated value of approximately £430,000. The framework is expected to commence on 1st August 2020, with an initial duration of 20 months and an option to extend for a further 12 months. The submission deadline for bids was 18th June 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in immigration and visa support services, particularly for those already experienced in providing similar services to governmental or large organisational clients. Competitors that possess expertise in immigration advice, case management, and the provision of support for relocation would be well-suited to engage in this procurement. Additionally, both large firms and SMEs with relevant experience can benefit from participating in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Immigration and Visa Support Framework

Notice Description

SE is seeking to put in place a Framework which comprises of two Single supplier Lots: Lot 1 - Immigration and Visa Support services for Talent Scotland. Lot 2 - Immigration Services for SE staff. It is anticipated that the framework will commence 1st August for an initial period of 20 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The value of the is expected to be in the region of 430,000

Lot Information

Immigration and Visa Support Services to TalentScotland

Lot 1 - We are looking to appoint a single supplier to a framework to provide immigration and Visa support services to TalentScotland. This covers a wide range of support ranging from advising TalentScotland on visa and immigration matters. Ensuring up to date content for the TalentScotand website is available, one to one and one to many support and information sessions to employers and inward investors, these include webinars and workshops in various formats. It is anticipated that the framework will start 1st August 2020 for 20 months initially with the option to extend for a further 12 months.. Methodology 25% Understanding of TalentScotland and associated objectives and risks 25% Case Studies 10% Project Team Structure including roles and responsibilities 10% Innovation including added value and partnership working 10% Communication and Engagement skills to be assessed through presentation stage 5% Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery/Cyber Security 5%

Renewal: framework will be awarded to 31st March 2022 with the option to extend for 1 x 12 months.

Immigration services to Scottish Enterprise

Lot 1 - We are looking to appoint a single supplier to a framework to provide immigration support to Scottish Enterprise. Where members of the SE staff are being relocated to overseas location we require a provider to provide immigration advice to SE, fully manage the process of applying for visas and work permits etc and provide other associated services. It is anticipated that the framework will start 1st August 2020 for 20 months initially with the option to extend for a further 12 months.. Methodology 35% Case studies 25% Project Team Structure (key team personnel) 25% Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery/Cyber Security 10% Fair Work Practices 5%

Renewal: The framework will be awarded to March 2022 with the option to extend for 1 x 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000621209
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG393221
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

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


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

79111000 - Legal advisory services

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
If required the service will be retendered before March 2023

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
joanne.napier@scotent.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1414686024

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BRODIES

SMITH STONE WALTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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