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Legal services provision

AUDIT SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to the provision of legal services by Audit Scotland, a body governed by public law located at 102 West Port, Edinburgh. The contract, valued at £105,000, falls within the services category and has been classified under legal services (CPV code 79100000). The initiative commenced with an open tendering procedure, which took place from February 28, 2022, with the submission period closing on March 23, 2022. Award notices indicate that the process is now complete, with key suppliers such as Anderson Strathern LLP and Burness Paull LLP being selected for the contract.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for law firms, particularly those with a strong background in employment law, property issues, and public-sector legal advice. The chosen suppliers will provide cost-effective legal support to Audit Scotland over a three-year term, with the potential for extension. Law firms that possess experience in overseeing legal matters for public entities and can demonstrate their capability to provide high-quality, timely services will be well-positioned to compete in similar contracts in the future.

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Notice Title

Legal services provision

Notice Description

Provision of Legal Services through a framework agreement

Lot Information

Lot 1

We are looking for experienced law firms of high standing to provide a cost effective, timely and high quality advice and service in the following areas (in order of most frequent use): Employment Law As an employer of around 320 colleagues, Audit Scotland often requires legal advice and assistance in relation to employment law and matters such as contracts, absence management, discipline, grievance, etc. and including representation at Employment Tribunals if necessary. Advice and Opinion work Advice and Opinions may be sought by auditors or those working in Performance and Best Value Audit on a wide range of issues affecting the powers and activities of audited bodies. On occasions auditors may wish simply to talk through issues informally with a legal adviser. On other occasions a formal Opinion may be sought. Such Opinions will be relied upon in public reports either to the Accounts Commission or the Scottish Parliament. Property All Audit Scotland's offices are held on leases of varying length. Issues concerning rights and responsibilities of landlords, rent reviews and associated matters arise from time to time. At termination of tenancies there is a need for renewal or relocation. General advice General advice is often sought on the interpretation and application of Data Protection, Freedom of Information, Whistleblowing and other general legislation applicable to Scottish public authorities. Representation It is possible for the work of Audit Scotland to be subject to legal challenge. Although this has not happened in recent years, the work of the Accounts Commission gave rise to a number of significant Court of Session actions in the 1980s and early 1990s. It is possible that such cases may arise in future and appropriate representation will need to be provided or arranged.

Renewal: This contract is for a three-year period commencing 1 April 2022 until 31 March 2025 with the option of a one-year extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455742
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AUDIT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
imetcalfe@audit-scotland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01316251630

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 9DN
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 East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

ANDERSON STRATHERN

BRODIES

BTO SOLICITORS

BURNESS PAULL

Further Information

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