Planning

Framework for the Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff Services

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Planning

16 Feb 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has outlined plans for a framework agreement concerning the provision of temporary and interim staff services intended for Scotland's public sector, with particular focus on general public services. The process, currently at the planning stage, is directed by the Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate and is designed to cater to the temporary staffing needs across public sector organisations throughout Scotland. These frameworks are planned to replace existing agreements that commenced on 13 April 2023 and will expire by 12 April 2027, maintaining their National Category A status. Interested suppliers are encouraged to contribute views on procurement strategy options via a request for information, available until 3rd March 2026. The procurement approach is designed to collaboratively canvass stakeholder opinions before the strategy for these services is finalised.

The opportunity presented by this planned procurement process is significant for businesses specialising in staffing services, particularly those offering temporary and interim staff roles. Companies that focus on providing short-term staffing solutions to fill temporary gaps in workforce demands would find this framework especially beneficial. The initiative seeks input from market participants on a non-competitive basis, providing a potential gateway for businesses to aid in shaping the delivery strategy. Since this framework intends to implement Fair Work First measures, businesses aligned with such practices would be well-suited to participate. There is also potential for growth by engaging with diverse public sector bodies across Scotland, offering a wide client base and a chance to establish strong collaborative links with governmental organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff Services

Notice Description

The provision of temporary and interim staff services to the Scottish Public Sector

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate (SPPD) is the organisation tasked with procuring requirements on behalf of Scottish Public Sector Bodies. The current Scottish Government collaborative Temporary and Interim Staff Services Frameworks are a suite of four individual multi supplier Framework Agreements which commenced on 13 April 2023 and are due to expire on 12 April 2027. They are all National Category A Frameworks which are open to all public sector organisations throughout Scotland. They are designed to provide the full range of commonly sought temporary and interim staff services required for daily business. These are national collaborative Frameworks, for commonly required, regularly sought temporary and interim staff services roles/assignments across the Scottish public sector. These Frameworks are intended solely for short term, gap filling purposes and are not intended as an alternative to permanent or fixed term appointment (FTA) recruitment. Work has commenced in developing the procurement strategy options including canvassing of stakeholders views. In order to complete and finalise the strategy, SPPD recognises the value of suppliers having the opportunity to contribute to this process on a non-competitive, non-judgemental basis. This request for information is aimed at collating those views from market participants. Framework participants will be expected to provide a range of Fair Work First measures. This information may be utilised in developing the procurement strategy to help deliver contractual arrangements for Temporary and Interim Staff Services requirements. This notice is issued for information only and does not constitute a call for competition. Scottish Government and the Scottish Ministers shall have no liability for any costs, however incurred, by those attending any information days, attendance at meetings, or involvement in the proposed procurement process. Suppliers and other interested parties should read and complete the following Request for Information Online Questionnaire using the link below. https://forms.office.com/e/cNzCefdZzU The questionnaire will be available for all interested parties until COP 3 March 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549656
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
claudio.swinton@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 412425466

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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