--- title: "Legal Services Framework Agreement" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "AUDIT SCOTLAND" published: "2018-04-06" --- # Legal Services Framework Agreement Buyer: AUDIT SCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778.json) ## Summary The public procurement contract titled "Legal Services Framework Agreement" is managed by Audit Scotland, located in Edinburgh, UK. This procurement falls under the services category within the legal industry, and is currently active within the open procedure of a framework agreement. The tender process is in the award stage, as of its completion date of 4 April 2018, with a contract value of £120,000. The submission deadline for participating vendors was 14 February 2018, and the scope of service covers various legal needs, particularly focusing on areas such as employment law and general legal advice pertinent to public sector operations. This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth, particularly for law firms that specialise in public sector legal services. Businesses with expertise in employment law, property matters, and compliance with public regulations would be well-positioned to compete effectively. Given the framework agreement format, successful bidders may benefit from an extended relationship with Audit Scotland, enabling businesses to secure ongoing work beyond a single contract and potentially enhance their profiles within the public procurement market. ## Notice Framework for the provision of legal services ### Lot Information Lot 1 We are looking for experienced law firms of high standing to provide a cost effective, timely and high quality advice and service in the following areas (in order of most frequent use): Employment Law As an employer of around 250 staff, Audit Scotland often requires legal advice and assistance in relation to employment law and matters such as contracts, absence management, discipline, grievance, etc. and including representation at Employment Tribunals if necessary. Advice and Opinion work Advice and Opinions may be sought by auditors or those working in Performance and Best Value Audit on a wide range of issues affecting the powers and activities of audited bodies. On occasions auditors may wish simply to talk through issues informally with a legal adviser. On other occasions a formal Opinion may be sought. Such Opinions will be relied upon in public reports either to the Accounts Commission or the Scottish Parliament. Property All Audit Scotland's offices are held on leases of varying length. Issues concerning rights and responsibilities of landlords, rent reviews and associated matters arise from time to time. At termination of tenancies there is a need for renewal or relocation. General advice General advice is often sought on the interpretation and application of Data Protection, Freedom of Information, Whistleblowing and other general legislation applicable to Scottish public authorities. Representation It is possible for the work of Audit Scotland to be subject to legal challenge. Although this has not happened in recent years, the work of the Accounts Commission gave rise to a number of significant Court of Session actions in the 1980s and early 1990s. It is possible that such cases may arise in future and appropriate representation will need to be provided or arranged. Renewal: New tender at end of contract term ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR315791 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Apr 2018 | | Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 Apr 2018 | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Three years (2021) | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £120,000 | | Lots value | £120,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £120,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | AUDIT SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH3 9DN | | 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 | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 4 | | Supplier names | ANDERSON STRATHERN; BRODIES; BTO SOLICITORS; BURNESS PAULL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79100000 - Legal services ## Release History - 6 Apr 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR315791 - 19 Jan 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN307131 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307131&idx=2 19th January 2018 - AS Framework agreement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307131&idx=3 19th January 2018 - Audit Scotland's Terms and Conditions for the purchase of Goods and Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307131&idx=4 19th January 2018 - Joint Controller agreement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307131&idx=5 19th January 2018 - ESPD doc for legal services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307131&idx=6 19th January 2018 - Legal Services Tender Specification - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307131&idx=7 19th January 2018 - Instructions to Tenderers - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307131&idx=1 19th January 2018 - Form of tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN307131 Legal Services Framework Agreement - Framework for the provision of legal services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR315791 Legal Services Framework Agreement - Framework for the provision of legal services ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.audit-scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000526778 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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