--- title: "Award of PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES TO SCOTTISH MINISTERS - INFRASTRUCTURE ACTION PLAN & R100 SU..." ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000468920" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000468920" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000468920.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000468920.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2017-01-18" --- # Award of PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES TO SCOTTISH MINISTERS - INFRASTRUCTURE ACTION PLAN & R100 SU... Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000468920 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000468920) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000468920.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government is currently in the Award stage of the procurement process for the provision of legal services related to the Infrastructure Action Plan and the R100 Programme. The tender, titled "Award of PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES TO SCOTTISH MINISTERS," was initiated on 18th January 2017 and is set to conclude on 22nd January 2019. This contract is categorised under 'services' and specifically focuses on specialist legal support, particularly for broadband infrastructure procurement. Potential suppliers should note that the successful bid has been awarded to DWF LLP, with a total contract value of £350,000. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses experienced in legal services, especially those with expertise in public procurement processes for large infrastructure projects and broadband integration. Firms that provide advisory services relating to legal ICT, broadband state aid, and contract negotiation will find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar future contracts. The scope of this tender underscores the growing demand for specialised legal advice within the context of governmental infrastructure initiatives, paving the way for businesses aimed at supporting public sector procurement. ## Notice The Scottish Government requires the provision of legal advice across all the projects and programmes for which the IAPPB is responsible, including those which may be added to its remit as a result of the Digital Strategy refresh.The Service Provider must possess demonstrable advisory expertise in all of the following areas, particularly within the context of projects for the procurement of or investment in broadband infrastructure and/or electronic communications:* Legal ICT expertise, including broadband infrastructure;* Broadband State Aid;* Public procurement processes for large infrastructure projects;* Procurement Strategy Development for bespoke infrastructure projects;* Contract drafting and negotiation;* Proven track record of achieving results within timeframes and in line with programme objectives;* Understanding of the Infrastructure Action Plan and the context of the R100 Programme;* Understanding of the relevant regulatory environment; and* Market knowledge and supplier intelligence in the electronic communications sector. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN269876 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jan 2017 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 18 Jan 2017 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £350,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Not specified | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Additional buyers | COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR; EDINBURGH COLLEGE; FORESTRY COMMISSION; FORTH VALLEY COLLEGE; LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE "AUTHORITY"); MORAY COUNCIL; NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL; REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND; SOCIAL CARE AND SOCIAL WORK IMPROVEMENT SCOTLAND (CARE INSPECTORATE); SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL; THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL; UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH11 4DE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 21 | | Supplier names | ALLSTAR BUSINESS SOLUTIONS; ARCH HENDERSON; B. MCLAREN T/A BTM SERVICES; DWF LLP (FORMERLY BIGGART BAILLIE; ECG BUILDING MAINTENANCE LTD (T/A) ECG FACILITIES SERVICES; ENVAIR; G4S CASH SERVICES (UK; HAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT; IDOX SOFTWARE; M R RODGER & PARTNERS; MORRIS & SPOTTISWOOD; PACEMAKER CLEANING SERVICES; PARITY PROFESSIONALS; PHOENIX SOFTWARE; PROBRAND; RA LAIRD CONTRACTORS; SPEAKEASY PRODUCTIONS; SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES; THE DENTAL DIRECTORY; THE UNION ADVERTISING AGENCY; URBIS SCHREDER | ## Release History - 18 Jan 2017 at 11:21 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN269876 ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement - http://www.careinspectorate.com - http://www.cne-siar.gov.uk - http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk - http://www.edinburghcollege.ac.uk/ - http://www.forthvalley.ac.uk - http://www.hfs.scot.nhs.uk - http://www.moray.gov.uk - http://www.nes.scot.nhs.uk - http://www.pkc.gov.uk - http://www.ros.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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