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05 Jun 2026 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Registers of Scotland, located in Edinburgh, has concluded an award process for non-clinical staffing services under the title "Award of RoS - GCA Non Clinical Staffing - Python Engineer - Automation." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on temporary supply services of personnel. As part of the Government Commercial Agency's RM6277 Non Clinical Staffing Collaborative Framework Agreement, the contract was awarded on 5th June 2026. The initial term of the contract is from 25th May 2026 to 22nd November 2026, with a possible extension of up to six months, and a maximum contract value of £72,000. The awarded supplier is Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd, based in Manchester, ensuring a consistent provision for the needs specified by the Registers of Scotland within the UK.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in recruitment and staffing services. By operating under the RM6277 Collaborative Framework, there is an opportunity for firms familiar with public sector projects to secure a pivotal role in meeting the needs of governmental organisations. Companies that can provide skilled personnel on flexible terms, while complying with procurement limits such as the £600 daily rate cap, are particularly well-suited for such opportunities. Successful engagement could lead to broader recognition and the potential for future extensions, further enhancing business growth within this field.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of RoS - GCA Non Clinical Staffing - Python Engineer - Automation (Bid ID LR028)

Notice Description

Please see role profile for further information..Role has been raised under the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) - formerly Crown Commercial Services (CCS) - RM6277 Non Clinical Staffing (Lot 3) Collaborative Framework Agreement. If awarded the Framework Ts&Cs will apply..Please complete the RM6277 Assignment Checklist for each candidate and attach their company profile as a "separate" document..- Number of roles: 1..- Contract Duration: 6 months with possible extension(s) of up to 6 months. Note that the extension length cannot be longer than the original 6 month duration. No contract length is guaranteed..- IR35 determination: Outside..- Max 3 company profiles per agency. NOTE: This has been confirmed by the internal team to keep the number of submissions to a manageable level..- Rate Guidance: The maximum daily rate for this requirement is PS600.00 including the agency fee. Please note, this is a pass/fail criteria. Any supplier bidding over the maximum rate stated will be automatically disqualified from this procurement exercise..- Location: RoS operates hybrid working within the UK only. Please see role profile for further information..- Unsociable Hours: N/A..- BPSS required: Yes. Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks should be in place for all successful candidates before the contract commences. Please note, as per the Framework terms and conditions costs incurred as a result of carrying out the required security procedures is the responsibility of the Supplier..*Please note that this is a new requirement. There is no incumbent supplier. All submissions that meet the criteria will be evaluated fairly..*Award will be made on the basis of award criteria of 80 per cent quality of interim worker and 20 per cent price.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829629
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557335
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Framework
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

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


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 20262 months 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
Registers of Scotland
Additional Buyers

Argyll and Bute Council

East Ayrshire Council

East Lothian Council

Fife Council

Forestry and Land Scotland

Historic Environment Scotland

Moray Council

NHS Golden Jubilee

NHS Lanarkshire

North Lanarkshire Council

Perth & Kinross Council

Perth and Kinross Council

Scottish Borders Council

Scottish Government

Scottish Police Authority

The City of Edinburgh Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOTHWELL
Postcode
EH8 7AU
Postcode Area
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
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Craigentinny/Duddingston
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
40
Supplier Names

ASA Recruitment (Quick Quotes)

Arneil Johnston

Arnold Clark Automobiles Limited t/a Auto parts Garage Equipment Services

Atkins Limited

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited

BB7 Consulting Limited

BT PLC

Bucher Municipal Limited

City Building (Contracts) LLP/RSBi

Commutaports Limited

D&J Taxis

Eclipse Automotive Technology Limited

FRASER C ROBB LIMITED

Field and Lawn

G Grigg and Sons Ltd

GB Group plc

Geo-Structural Ltd

Hamilton Waste & Recycling Ltd

Harvey Nash Limited

Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd

Ipsos (Market Research) Ltd.

Ipsos MORI

MBA Engineering Consultancy LTD

Meldrum Joiners and Builders

Mike Watt Construction

NORR Consultants Ltd

Perth Radio Taxis Limited

Quo Imus Limited (trading as Qi Consulting)

RAW Leadership Consulting

Sanderson Government and Defence

Scot J C B Limited

Softcat Plc

Stripe Communications

The Lines Between Ltd.

Thomson Gray Limited

Trescal Ltd

Venesky Brown Ltd

WSP

WeGo Bus Limited

Wittets Ltd

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