---
title: "Research into provision for pupils with complex additional support needs in Scotland"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000666970"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2021-10-07"
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# Research into provision for pupils with complex additional support needs in Scotland

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000666970

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is seeking bids for a contract titled "Research into provision for pupils with complex additional support needs in Scotland." This procurement falls under the services category and is based in Edinburgh, UK. The contract is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 28th October 2021. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, with a total contract value of £98,000. Interested parties can submit their proposals electronically through the provided portal.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in educational research and support services, specifically those with expertise in working with pupils who have complex additional support needs. Companies that can demonstrate prior experience in similar research projects and meet financial and insurance requirements are well-suited to compete for this contract. Participation in such initiatives not only expands a firm’s portfolio but also reinforces its reputation in the public sector, potentially leading to further collaborations with government bodies.

## Notice

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of research services into provision for pupils with complex additional support needs in Scotland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government's Learning Analysis Unit, on behalf of the Learning Directorate's Support & Wellbeing Unit and the National Strategic Commissioning Group, wishes to commission qualitative research on ways in which support for pupils with complex additional support needs is provided within Scotland to reach their full potential. It will be used to inform policy in this area.

Renewal: 3 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT429836 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 7 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £98,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| 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 | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT429836

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT429836
  Research into provision for pupils with complex additional support needs in Scotland - The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of research services into provision for pupils with complex additional support needs in Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000666970
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/supplierhelppage/PCS-TSupplierResponseGuide.pdf
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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