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title: "Immigration and Visa Support Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000621209"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE"
published: "2020-08-24"
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# Immigration and Visa Support Framework

Buyer: SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000621209

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## Summary

Scottish Enterprise is conducting a public procurement process titled "Immigration and Visa Support Framework" within the services industry. This initiative is based in Glasgow, UK, and is currently at the award stage. The procurement involves two single supplier lots, with an anticipated value of approximately £430,000. The framework is expected to commence on 1st August 2020, with an initial duration of 20 months and an option to extend for a further 12 months. The submission deadline for bids was 18th June 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in immigration and visa support services, particularly for those already experienced in providing similar services to governmental or large organisational clients. Competitors that possess expertise in immigration advice, case management, and the provision of support for relocation would be well-suited to engage in this procurement. Additionally, both large firms and SMEs with relevant experience can benefit from participating in this procurement process.

## Notice

SE is seeking to put in place a Framework which comprises of two Single supplier Lots: Lot 1 - Immigration and Visa Support services for Talent Scotland. Lot 2 - Immigration Services for SE staff. It is anticipated that the framework will commence 1st August for an initial period of 20 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The value of the is expected to be in the region of 430,000

### Lot Information

Immigration and Visa Support Services to TalentScotland

Lot 1 - We are looking to appoint a single supplier to a framework to provide immigration and Visa support services to TalentScotland. This covers a wide range of support ranging from advising TalentScotland on visa and immigration matters. Ensuring up to date content for the TalentScotand website is available, one to one and one to many support and information sessions to employers and inward investors, these include webinars and workshops in various formats. It is anticipated that the framework will start 1st August 2020 for 20 months initially with the option to extend for a further 12 months.. Methodology 25% Understanding of TalentScotland and associated objectives and risks 25% Case Studies 10% Project Team Structure including roles and responsibilities 10% Innovation including added value and partnership working 10% Communication and Engagement skills to be assessed through presentation stage 5% Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery/Cyber Security 5%

Renewal: framework will be awarded to 31st March 2022 with the option to extend for 1 x 12 months.

Immigration services to Scottish Enterprise

Lot 1 - We are looking to appoint a single supplier to a framework to provide immigration support to Scottish Enterprise. Where members of the SE staff are being relocated to overseas location we require a provider to provide immigration advice to SE, fully manage the process of applying for visas and work permits etc and provide other associated services. It is anticipated that the framework will start 1st August 2020 for 20 months initially with the option to extend for a further 12 months.. Methodology 35% Case studies 25% Project Team Structure (key team personnel) 25% Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery/Cyber Security 10% Fair Work Practices 5%

Renewal: The framework will be awarded to March 2022 with the option to extend for 1 x 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG393221 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 | 24 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | If required the service will be retendered before March 2023 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £430,000 |
| Lots value | £430,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £430,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BRODIES; SMITH STONE WALTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services
- 79111000 - Legal advisory services
- 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

## Release History

- 24 Aug 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG393221
- 13 May 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386654

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386654&idx=6
  3rd June 2020 - Lot 2 - Overseas pricing
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386654&idx=5
  3rd June 2020 - Lot 1 - Revised Hourly rates document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386654&idx=4
  14th May 2020 - Lot 1 - Scope
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386654&idx=1
  14th May 2020 - ITT - Appendices
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386654&idx=2
  14th May 2020 - Lot 2 - Scope
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386654&idx=3
  14th May 2020 - Tendering instructions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386654
  Immigration and Visa Support Framework - SE is seeking to put in place a Framework which comprises of two Single supplier Lots: Lot 1 - Immigration and Visa Support services for Talent Scotland. Lot 2 - Immigration Services for SE staff. It is anticipated that the framework will commence 1st August for an initial period of 20 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The value of the is expected to be in the region of 430,000
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG393221
  Immigration and Visa Support Framework - SE is seeking to put in place a Framework which comprises of two Single supplier Lots: Lot 1 - Immigration and Visa Support services for Talent Scotland. Lot 2 - Immigration Services for SE staff. It is anticipated that the framework will commence 1st August for an initial period of 20 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The value of the is expected to be in the region of 430,000

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/Selling/supplier-enquiries
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000621209
- https://www.scottish-enterprise.com/help/contact-us

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