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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, headquartered in Edinburgh, is spearheading the DLEARN – Bairns’ Hoose Programme, which involves developing a National Theory of Change and Outcomes Framework. This procurement process falls under the 'services' category, focusing on general public services, and has been completed as of 2026. The open procedure was utilised for this contract, ensuring transparency and broad accessibility. The tender concluded with a contract awarded to Ipsos MORI, a large-scale supplier based in London, with the contract signed on 11th June 2026. The total contract value amounts to £74,435 GBP, with the project slated to impact partnerships across the UKM region, contributing to better alignment with Bairns’ Hoose Standards.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses that specialise in policy development, programme evaluation, and outcomes framework design, particularly those focusing on public services and child and family welfare. It creates potential growth for companies capable of employing flexible approaches to implement the national outcomes while considering unique local contexts. Organisations with expertise in stakeholder engagement and collaborative frameworks, who can leverage economic and technical selection criteria, would find this contract aligns with their capabilities, enabling expansion in public sector consultancy services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

DLEARN - Bairns' Hoose Programme: Development of National Theory of Change and Outcomes Framework

Notice Description

The requirement is for a Scotland-focused and nationally shared and agreed theory of change and outcomes framework. The outcomes framework will provide a list of core national outcomes that are shared across all partnerships. Outcomes should be clearly linked to Bairns' Hoose Standards, agreed by all partners, and informed by the voices of children, young people, families, partnerships and stakeholders. The theory of change will set out in detail how the programme is expected to achieve these intended national level outcomes, while recognising variations in local contexts providing sufficient flexibility to work for the range of approaches to implementation being taken forward.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The requirement is for a Scotland-focused and nationally shared and agreed theory of change and outcomes framework. The outcomes framework will provide a list of core national outcomes that are shared across all partnerships. Outcomes should be clearly linked to Bairns' Hoose Standards, agreed by all partners, and informed by the voices of children, young people, families, partnerships and stakeholders. The theory of change will set out in detail how the programme is expected to achieve these intended national level outcomes, while recognising variations in local contexts providing sufficient flexibility to work for the range of approaches to implementation being taken forward.

Renewal: Optional 1 month extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827485
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559560
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

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


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£74,435 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
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
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPSOS MORI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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    DLEARN - Bairns' Hoose Programme: Development of National Theory of Change and Outcomes Framework - The requirement is for a Scotland-focused and nationally shared and agreed theory of change and outcomes framework. The outcomes framework will provide a list of core national outcomes that are shared across all partnerships. Outcomes should be clearly linked to Bairns' Hoose Standards, agreed by all partners, and informed by the voices of children, young people, families, partnerships and stakeholders. The theory of change will set out in detail how the programme is expected to achieve these intended national level outcomes, while recognising variations in local contexts providing sufficient flexibility to work for the range of approaches to implementation being taken forward.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559560
    DLEARN - Bairns' Hoose Programme: Development of National Theory of Change and Outcomes Framework - The requirement is for a Scotland-focused and nationally shared and agreed theory of change and outcomes framework. The outcomes framework will provide a list of core national outcomes that are shared across all partnerships. Outcomes should be clearly linked to Bairns' Hoose Standards, agreed by all partners, and informed by the voices of children, young people, families, partnerships and stakeholders. The theory of change will set out in detail how the programme is expected to achieve these intended national level outcomes, while recognising variations in local contexts providing sufficient flexibility to work for the range of approaches to implementation being taken forward.

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