---
title: "Examination Packaging"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b762"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04b762.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-03-17"
---

# Examination Packaging

Buyer: SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b762

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## Summary

The Scottish Qualifications Authority, based in Midlothian, United Kingdom, spearheaded this procurement process for the supply of examination packaging, with a focus on goods classified under mail or parcel bags within the education sector. The process began with the publishing of a tender on 18th November 2024 and proceeded through to an award stage on 17th March 2026. The procurement method adopted was an open procedure, allowing for broad participation, and ultimately saw Coveris Speciality Bags Ltd awarded the contract valued at £50,000, signed on 19th March 2025. This tender was initially intended for packaging associated with question papers and scripts, aligning with the SQA’s need for secure delivery solutions. Critical dates included the tender period ending on 8th January 2025 and an amendment extending it due to the Christmas break.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in packaging solutions, specifically those adept in handling secure delivery requirements. The award criteria placed substantial emphasis on quality, sustainability initiatives, and competitive pricing, indicating that enterprises with robust production and quality assurance capabilities stand to benefit by participating in such tenders. The successful supplier, Coveris Speciality Bags Ltd, exemplifies these strengths, and the procurement's electronic submission requirements enhance accessibility for tech-savvy companies accustomed to digital processes. SME businesses, particularly those within the UK, can find growth opportunities in similar tenders, leveraging their agility and local expertise to deliver tailored solutions to public sector clients like the Scottish Qualifications Authority.

## Notice

Packaging for SQA question papers and scripts.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024016-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | November 2028 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £50,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MIDLOTHIAN |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH22 1FD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian |
| Local authority | Midlothian |
| Electoral ward | Dalkeith |
| Westminster constituency | Midlothian |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COVERIS SPECIALITY BAGS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18933000 - Mail or parcel bags

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024016-2026
- 8 Jan 2025 at 12:09 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000482-2025
- 18 Nov 2024 at 14:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037223-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.sqa.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000783585
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00386

## Provenance

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