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Call off from framework for provision of interim professional services - assistant librarian

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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08 May 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, acting as the contracting authority and central purchasing body, has completed the procurement process for a project titled "Call off from framework for provision of interim professional services - assistant librarian." This contract pertains to the industry category of 'General public services' and is located in Edinburgh, within the UKM region. The procurement, which adhered to an open procedure, culminated with an award made on the 8th of May, 2026. This award involves interim professional services focused on assistant librarian roles, facilitated through a call-off from an existing framework. The procurement stage has reached completion, with no further deadlines indicated at this point.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in the provision of interim professional services, particularly those with competencies in library or archival services. The contract, awarded to Venesky Brown Ltd, a large-scale company based in Edinburgh, underscores the potential for growth and competitiveness within this sector. Businesses with the capacity to offer flexible, high-quality personnel solutions within the framework of public services may find themselves well-poised to participate in future opportunities of similar nature. The open procurement method ensures a level playing field, encouraging competitive proposals and fostering business expansion, especially for enterprises with experience in public sector engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Call off from framework for provision of interim professional services - assistant librarian

Notice Description

Call off from framework for provision of interim professional services - assistant librarian

Lot Information

Lot 1

Call off from framework for provision of interim professional services - assistant librarian

Options: Possible extension of six months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831403
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555414
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

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
£45,613 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20266 days 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VENESKY BROWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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