--- title: "Immigration Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE" published: "2020-03-03" --- # Immigration Services Framework Buyer: SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132.json) ## Summary The Scottish Enterprise, based in Glasgow, is seeking tenders for the "Immigration Services Framework", a contract valued at £80,000 aimed at providing immigration advice for its employees involved in overseas assignments. This procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 25th March 2020 at 11:00 AM. The contract is expected to run for three years, with an option to extend by an additional 12 months. The procurement follows an open procedure, allowing all interested suppliers to submit their proposals electronically. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in immigration consultancy and advisory services. Companies with expertise in navigating visa regulations and providing tailored support for international workers will be well-positioned to compete. Given the demand for varied services that will differ based on country-specific regulations, businesses that can demonstrate a strong understanding of global immigration policies are likely to attract interest from the buyer. ## Notice This service will provide immigration advice for Scottish Enterprise employees and potential employees on ex pat and overseas short-term assignments contracts. It is anticipated that the framework will be awarded for a period of 3 years plus option to extend for an additional 12 months. The services which will be required under the framework to be awarded will vary from country to country, depending on local requirements, and may include advice on policy matters for long and short-term overseas postings, advice regarding visas and work permits required for each specific country, advice on the immigration status of employees and their families. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Tender for the new Immigration Services framework agreement - due to start from 1 May 2020. This service will provide immigration advice for Scottish Enterprise employees and potential employees on ex pat and overseas short-term assignments contracts. It is anticipated that the framework will be awarded for a period of 3 years plus option to extend for an additional 12 months. The services which will be required under the framework to be awarded will vary from country to country, depending on local requirements, and may include advice on policy matters for long and short-term overseas postings, advice regarding visas and work permits required for each specific country, advice on the immigration status of employees and their families. Renewal: framework will be awarded for an initial 36 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months if required ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR382449 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Mar 2020 | | Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | If service is still required this will be retendered in 2023 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £80,000 | | Lots value | £80,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 6HQ | | 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 | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79100000 - Legal services - 79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services - 79111000 - Legal advisory services - 79130000 - Legal documentation and certification services - 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services ## Release History - 3 Mar 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR382449 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382449&idx=1 3rd March 2020 - P20-0104 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382449&idx=2 3rd March 2020 - P20-0104 - Pricing schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR382449 Immigration Services Framework - This service will provide immigration advice for Scottish Enterprise employees and potential employees on ex pat and overseas short-term assignments contracts. It is anticipated that the framework will be awarded for a period of 3 years plus option to extend for an additional 12 months. The services which will be required under the framework to be awarded will vary from country to country, depending on local requirements, and may include advice on policy matters for long and short-term overseas postings, advice regarding visas and work permits required for each specific country, advice on the immigration status of employees and their families. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/Selling/supplier-enquiries - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000610132 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=610132 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=610132 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://www.scottish-enterprise.com/help/contact-us ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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