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Tender

16 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "DLGH - Scottish Accessible Housing Guidance". This procurement is aimed at updating the Housing for Varying Guidance through a research contract that involves reviewing current practices, public consultations, and stakeholder engagement. The industry category for this procurement is general public services, and it is located within the United Kingdom, specifically focusing on the region of UKM. The procurement method is open, allowing for broad participation, and electronic submissions are accepted. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 7th July 2026, with the award period commencing shortly after on the same day at 12:30 PM. The contract value is set at £100,000, and the tender is being managed via the Public Contracts Scotland Tender (PCS-T) system.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research, public policy advisory, or consultancy services, particularly those experienced in housing policy and stakeholder engagement. Companies that can demonstrate a strong track record of delivering similar strategic program research, and that meet the economic and risk assessment criteria set by the Scottish Government, would be well-suited to compete. The project requires a Dun & Bradstreet Failure Risk Indicator rating of no greater than 2, along with requisite insurance levels, ensuring that only financially stable and experienced organisations are considered. Successful bidders will have the chance to contribute to impactful housing policy guidance, potentially shaping future standards and regulations, thereby enhancing their portfolio and reputation in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

DLGH - Scottish Accessible Housing Guidance

Notice Description

Research contract to update the Housing for Varying Guidance. The research will involve review of the current guidance, other relevant good practice, public consultation responses and stakeholder engagement. The research will produce updated guidance that will be published by Scottish Government.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government is undertaking a procurement exercise to source external support to contribute to the delivery of the strategic programme of work. The requirement will be let as an open procurement via the Public Contracts Scotland Tender (PCS-T) system. Further details, including full specification, evaluation criteria, and contract terms, will be made available via PCS-T.

Renewal: There will be an optional 2 month extension period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832972
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558060
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
16 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556659
    DLGH - Scottish Accessible Housing Guidance - Research contract to update the Housing for Varying Guidance. The research will involve review of the current guidance, other relevant good practice, public consultation responses and stakeholder engagement. The research will produce updated guidance that will be published by Scottish Government.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558060
    DLGH - Scottish Accessible Housing Guidance - Research contract to update the Housing for Varying Guidance. The research will involve review of the current guidance, other relevant good practice, public consultation responses and stakeholder engagement. The research will produce updated guidance that will be published by Scottish Government.

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