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title: "CT2758 - ISO Quality Management Systems: External Assessment and Training Services Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02976e"
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# CT2758 - ISO Quality Management Systems: External Assessment and Training Services Framework Agreement

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02976e

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is conducting a tender for the "CT2758 - ISO Quality Management Systems: External Assessment and Training Services Framework Agreement". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically for system quality assurance assessment and review services. The process is currently completed and involves various lots including ISO accreditation, certification, and training services. The Council, based in Edinburgh (postcode EH8 8BG), has multiple framework agreements in place, and the awards for these services were signed on 26th February 2021, with a value totalling £267,000 across the three active lots.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in ISO certification, quality management training, and technical assessment services, particularly those accredited as UKAS certification bodies. Companies capable of delivering high-quality ISO training and external assessments will be well-suited to compete. Given the Council's commitment to maintaining high standards of governance and service delivery, suppliers who can demonstrate both expertise and competitive pricing will likely have a strong chance of succeeding in this procurement process.

## Notice

AWARD of a Framework Agreement for the requirement of ISO certification, training and testing. The City of Edinburgh Council (the Council) is committed to the delivery of excellence in public services by ensuring our services meet the highest standards of governance and service delivery through continuous improvement. A key objective is to drive service improvement and customer outcomes via quality frameworks, audit and inspection. The Council is currently ISO accredited in the following areas: ISO 9001:2015 - Housing Property; Planning & Building Standards; Transport (including Roads & Tram). ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety for Property and Facilities Management Cleaning Services. ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 Laboratory testing and inspection for Scientific Services ISO 50001 Energy Management

### Lot Information

LOT 3: Quality Assurance

AWARD of Framework Agreement for the requirement of suitably qualified external assessment Service Provider(s) to carry out independent external assessment of the Council's laboratories competence, consistent operation and performance; - ISO 17043:2010 (Proficiency Testing Scheme Organisation) - ISO 17034:2016 (Reference Material Producers) 4A.2 Service Contracts It is a requirement of this procurement that all bidders are UKAS accredited certification body or registered with the appropriate accreditation body in the EU member state where it is established.

2 LOT 1 - SERVICE REQUIREMENTS - ISO ACCREDITATION & CERTIFICATION

AWARD of Framework Agreement for ISO requirement for suitably qualified external assessment Service Provider(s) for the following ISO accreditations but not limited to; - ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) - ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety) - ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 (Conformity assessment and Laboratory accreditation) - ISO 22301 Business Continuity

LOT 2: ISO Training

AWARD of Framework Agreement for ISO training on an ad-hoc basis for staff to be trained to be able to conduct internal audits to ensure the Council is meeting its requirements on an ongoing basis. Courses required will include, but not limited to: - ISO 9001:2015 Internal & Lead Auditor Training - ISO 45001:2018 Internal Auditor Training - Understanding ISO (management overview) All training provided must be IRCA / UKAS certified or equivalent and relevant certification.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004105-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £333,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | ALCUMUS; BYWATER TRAINING; LGC PROFICIENCY TESTING; SGS; THE BRITISH ASSESSMENT BUREAU |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services
- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2021 at 10:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004105-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:373614-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00290

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