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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority has successfully awarded a contract for the production of a strategic workforce plan for Forensic Services, under the title "PROC 24 2595 - Strategic Workforce Plan (Professional Services)." This contract, classified under Public Order and Safety, has a total budget of £80,000 with a potential maximum contract value of £110,000 for additional resources if required. The contract was awarded to The Workforce Development Trust Limited. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, and the final contract value settled at £70,000. The services required under this contract are expected to support the Forensic Services in meeting challenging organisational demands, with the delivery location specified as Gartcosh, UKM region. The contract was signed on 10th January 2025, closely following the tender opening date of 26th July 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in professional services, particularly those adept in strategic planning and workforce analysis. SMEs, as exemplified by The Workforce Development Trust Limited, are well-suited to compete for similar contracts, given their agility and specialisation. The open procurement method ensures a transparent process, providing a level playing field for all qualifying businesses. Companies with expertise in forensic services and experience in navigating complex public sector requirements will find this tender particularly attractive, enabling them to secure substantial projects while contributing to the enhancement of public safety infrastructure.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PROC 24 2595 -Strategic Workforce Plan (Professional Services)

Notice Description

The Scottish Police Authority has a requirement for Professional Services to produce a strategic workforce plan for Forensic Services. The budget is 80,000 GBP but the authority reserves the right to call off for additional resources if required up to a total maximum contract value of 110,000 GBP. The Authority requires a holistic approach to assessing and analysing internal business drivers and goals to provide a framework for Forensic Services to meet the demand challenges the organisation are facing in complex and uncertain circumstances.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A full statement of requirements is contained in the Invitation to Tender Documents.

Renewal: There will be one optional extension period of up to 6 months at the Authority's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000772103
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522380
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Police Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Postcode Area
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
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

The Workforce Development Trust Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL509580
    PROC 24 2595 -Strategic Workforce Plan (Professional Services) - The Scottish Police Authority has a requirement for Professional Services to produce a strategic workforce plan for Forensic Services. The budget is 80,000 GBP but the authority reserves the right to call off for additional resources if required up to a total maximum contract value of 110,000 GBP. The Authority requires a holistic approach to assessing and analysing internal business drivers and goals to provide a framework for Forensic Services to meet the demand challenges the organisation are facing in complex and uncertain circumstances.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522380
    PROC 24 2595 -Strategic Workforce Plan (Professional Services) - The Scottish Police Authority has a requirement for Professional Services to produce a strategic workforce plan for Forensic Services. The budget is 80,000 GBP but the authority reserves the right to call off for additional resources if required up to a total maximum contract value of 110,000 GBP. The Authority requires a holistic approach to assessing and analysing internal business drivers and goals to provide a framework for Forensic Services to meet the demand challenges the organisation are facing in complex and uncertain circumstances.

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