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Certification Fees Research

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, located in Livingston, UK, recently completed an open procurement process for a service in the "General public services" category. The procurement, titled "Certification Fees Research," involved reviewing and making recommendations on the certification fees model to enhance compliance. The tender, identified by ID 2025/01, had its tender period ending on 22nd April 2025, and the contract was awarded on 13th May 2025. Pye Tait Consulting, a large-scale company based in Leicester, UK, won the contract valued at £47,600 GBP. The procurement method used was an open procedure, which allowed for electronic submissions, ensuring a transparent and competitive process.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for firms specialising in research and consultancy services related to public service efficiency. Companies aiming to expand their portfolio in governmental consultancy projects, particularly those with expertise in compliance and fee structuring, will find such opportunities lucrative. The Scottish Government's commitment to open procurement processes fosters a competitive environment that benefits both large and specialised consultancy firms. Future tenders similar to this one could offer advantageous growth prospects for businesses well-versed in public sector collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Certification Fees Research

Notice Description

Building Standards Division is reviewing the current certification fees model and make recommendations for change to help make certification the primary route to compliance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim of this research is to review the current certification fees model and make recommendations for change to help make certification the primary route to compliance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530226
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 May 20257 months 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312442500

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PYE TAIT CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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