--- title: "Provision of key issues and conclusions report in connection with the next stage of the Review of Purpose Built Student Accommodation" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DIRECTORATE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND SCIENCE, SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2021-10-18" --- # Provision of key issues and conclusions report in connection with the next stage of the Review of Purpose Built Student Accommodation Buyer: DIRECTORATE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND SCIENCE, SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831.json) ## Summary The Directorate for Advanced Learning and Science of the Scottish Government is currently conducting a tender process for the "Provision of key issues and conclusions report in connection with the next stage of the Review of Purpose Built Student Accommodation." This procurement falls under the services category and is focused on the education sector. Located in Edinburgh, the tender is in the active stage with a submission deadline set for 10th November 2021. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing all interested parties to participate, with an estimated contract value of £49,999. The award period is expected to commence shortly after the submission deadline, on 10th November 2021. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in consultancy and research, particularly those specialising in educational facilities and accommodation services. Companies with expertise in conducting surveys, data analysis, and policy recommendations would be particularly well-suited for this project, as the Scottish Government seeks to gather data and insights to inform necessary changes within the sector. Additionally, businesses able to foster collaboration with government bodies would find this tender advantageous for expanding their networks and establishing their presence within the public sector. ## Notice The Scottish Government is currently undertaking a review of Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) in Scotland. As part of this review we wish to commission research to gather information to inform any recommendations for changes to the sector. A small-scale scoping survey has already been conducted with accommodation regulators and providers. Results of this survey identified potential areas to include in the review of PBSA. Research is needed to further explore these areas and identify any other issues or concerns. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Government is currently undertaking a review of Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) in Scotland. As part of this review we wish to commission research to gather information to inform any recommendations for changes to the sector. A small-scale scoping survey has already been conducted with accommodation regulators and providers. Results of this survey identified potential areas to include in the review of PBSA. Research is needed to further explore these areas and identify any other issues or concerns. Contractors will be required to work with the Scottish Government and a Steering Group to inform the next stage of the review of student accommodation. See the Specification in the attached Invitation to Tender for further details. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430725 | | 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 | 18 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Nov 2021 - 31 May 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £49,999 | | Lots value | £49,999 | | 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 | DIRECTORATE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND SCIENCE, 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 - 18 Oct 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430725 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT430725&idx=1 18th October 2021 - Scottish Government terms and conditions 3 - consultancy - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT430725&idx=2 18th October 2021 - Invitation to tender including specification for requirement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430725 Provision of key issues and conclusions report in connection with the next stage of the Review of Purpose Built Student Accommodation - The Scottish Government is currently undertaking a review of Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) in Scotland. As part of this review we wish to commission research to gather information to inform any recommendations for changes to the sector. A small-scale scoping survey has already been conducted with accommodation regulators and providers. Results of this survey identified potential areas to include in the review of PBSA. Research is needed to further explore these areas and identify any other issues or concerns. ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=670831 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000670831. 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