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title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health & Safety Advisor"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0491fb"
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published: "2024-12-02"
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# Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health & Safety Advisor

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0491fb

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## Summary

The University of the Highlands and Islands has completed the procurement process for a Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health & Safety Advisor, under the procurement method of "Open procedure". This project falls under the services category within the Health and safety consultancy services (CPV code 71317210). The framework, open to multiple academic partners such as UHI Argyll, UHI Inverness, and UHI Moray, covers two key lots: General Health & Safety and Fire Safety. The initial tender was announced in August 2024 with amendments made to extend the submission deadline to 23 September 2024. The contracts for both lots were signed on 26 November 2024, with active suppliers including D S Fire Safety and 1st Safety Solutions for General Health & Safety, and Firelink Protection and Baily Garner (Health & Safety) Ltd for Fire Safety.

This framework agreement offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in health and safety consultancy and fire safety services. Enterprises that have expertise in conducting risk assessments, providing legislative guidance, and delivering training would be well-suited to compete. The diverse range of services required, coupled with a phased participation approach, allows businesses to engage at different stages, possibly increasing their market reach. Notably, suppliers ranging from SMEs to larger firms have successfully been awarded contracts, indicating diverse opportunities for businesses of various scales. This contract encourages continuous improvement and fair work practices, which may enhance the competitive edge of companies meeting these criteria.

## Notice

The named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands wish to form a Framework Agreement for the Provision of an External Health and Safety Advisor. The named Academic Partners of the University are: - UHI Argyll - UHI Executive Office - UHI Inverness - UHI Moray - UHI North, West and Hebrides - UHI Perth - Highland Theological College - Sabhal Mor Ostaig - Scottish Association for Marine Science The Framework Agreement is split into two (2) Lots: Lot 1 - General Health & Safety Lot 2 - Fire Safety Each named Academic Partner may join the Framework Agreement at any time during the Framework Agreement, for some this will be when their existing supply Agreements expire; this means that from the beginning of the Framework Agreement, participation may be phased in.

### Lot Information

General Health & Safety

The scope of Lot 1 shall cover 'General Health and Safety' Consultancy, which will encompass services such as, but not limited to: - Guidance on Health and Safety legislation - Risk Assessments - Accident investigation - Training Further detail as to the scope of Lot 1 is covered in 'Appendix H - Specification'.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Fire Safety

The scope of Lot 2 shall cover 'Fire Safety' Consultancy, which will encompass services such as, but not limited to: - Guidance on Health and Safety legislation - Risk Assessments - Accident investigation - Training Further detail as to the scope of Lot 2 is covered in 'Appendix H - Specification'.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038694-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | August 2026 OR August 2027 OR August 2028 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 3JH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness Millburn |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | 1ST SAFETY SOLUTIONS; BAILY GARNER (HEALTH & SAFETY; D S FIRE SAFETY; FIRELINK PROTECTION; PROJECT HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 80 - Education and training services
- 85 - Health and social work services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 71313410 - Risk or hazard assessment for construction
- 71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services
- 71317200 - Health and safety services
- 71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services
- 80561000 - Health training services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2024 at 08:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038694-2024
- 16 Sep 2024 at 15:27 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029593-2024
- 20 Aug 2024 at 08:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026401-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.uhi.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000771196
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00101

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