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Award of Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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29 Apr 2026 at 11:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for the "Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation," a service procurement process focusing on social research services. The award was made on 29th April 2026, with the contract valid through 6th May 2026. Situated in Glasgow, the Scottish Government acted as the buying organisation, with procurement executed via direct award to The Lines Between Ltd., based in Edinburgh. The procurement stage is at the 'award' phase, reflecting the completion of the tender process without competitive bidding, matching the specialised nature of the service needed.

This contract presents growth avenues for businesses specialising in social research services, particularly in conducting policy analysis and consultancy. By leveraging such opportunities, businesses can enhance their portfolio in public sector projects, strengthening their position in providing consultation services related to legislation or policy changes. The Lines Between Ltd., as the supplier selected for this project, exemplifies firms experienced in providing nuanced analysis and engagement with public consultation responses. Similarly positioned businesses can target future opportunities by aligning their service offerings to public sector needs, especially in areas concerning freedom of information and community services.

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Notice Title

Award of Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation

Notice Description

Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation. The consultation sought views on whether the rights and obligations of FOI law should be extended to private and third sector operated care home and 'care at home' services - this is a result of Scottish Ministers' commitment following the consultation on Access to Information Rights in Scotland in 2022 to 2023.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829595
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554816
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
The contract is awarded to a single supplier without competition.
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,360 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Additional Buyers

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

D&J TAXIS

THE LINES BETWEEN

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