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Interim Business Analyst

AUDIT SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was initiated by Audit Scotland, a central purchasing body based in Edinburgh, focusing on securing services within the general public services sector. The contract titled "Interim Business Analyst" is meant to provide business analysis for corporate structure improvement in Central Scotland. The procurement followed an open procedure and reached the award stage, with Lorien being selected as the supplier. The contract was formally signed on 1st April 2026, with a value of £58,000 and spans an initial three-month period, optionally extendable for up to a further six months. The CPV code for this service is 79000000, underlining the business services category, and is governed by GPA terms.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses able to offer specialised services in interim management and business analysis, particularly those familiar with the public sector's structuring needs. Although Lorien, a large-scale supplier, was awarded the contract, the process was openly accessible, encouraging competition. Suitable enterprises would likely be those with experience in short-term corporate consultancy and analysis, ideally skilled at aiding organisations with structural changes. Given its open procurement method, businesses with innovative approaches and efficient delivery models are well-positioned to leverage similar opportunities in public contracts. The focus on Central Scotland provides additional channels for local firms to engage with projects while contributing to regional development through expertise and strategic partnership.

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Notice Title

Interim Business Analyst

Notice Description

Interim Business Analyst

Lot Information

Lot 1

Business Analyst required for a limited period to assist with corporate structure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830416
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554653
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

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


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20261 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AUDIT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 9DN
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
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LORIEN

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