--- title: "Legal services provision" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "AUDIT SCOTLAND" published: "2022-08-08" --- # Legal services provision Buyer: AUDIT SCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936.json) ## Summary The procurement process pertains to the provision of legal services by Audit Scotland, a body governed by public law located at 102 West Port, Edinburgh. The contract, valued at £105,000, falls within the services category and has been classified under legal services (CPV code 79100000). The initiative commenced with an open tendering procedure, which took place from February 28, 2022, with the submission period closing on March 23, 2022. Award notices indicate that the process is now complete, with key suppliers such as Anderson Strathern LLP and Burness Paull LLP being selected for the contract. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for law firms, particularly those with a strong background in employment law, property issues, and public-sector legal advice. The chosen suppliers will provide cost-effective legal support to Audit Scotland over a three-year term, with the potential for extension. Law firms that possess experience in overseeing legal matters for public entities and can demonstrate their capability to provide high-quality, timely services will be well-positioned to compete in similar contracts in the future. ## Notice Provision of Legal Services through a framework agreement ### 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 320 colleagues, 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: This contract is for a three-year period commencing 1 April 2022 until 31 March 2025 with the option of a one-year extension. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455742 | | 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 | 8 Aug 2022 | | Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 22 Jul 2022 | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £105,000 | | Lots value | £105,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £105,000 | ## 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 - 8 Aug 2022 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455742 - 28 Feb 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB442005 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB442005&idx=6 11th March 2022 - Audit Scotland Terms and conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB442005&idx=2 11th March 2022 - Invitation to tender LS22 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB442005&idx=5 11th March 2022 - Invitation to tender LS22 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB442005&idx=1 28th February 2022 - AS Legal Framework - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB442005&idx=3 28th February 2022 - Tender specification LS22 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB442005&idx=4 28th February 2022 - SPD - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB442005 Legal services provision - Provision of Legal Services through a framework agreement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455742 Legal services provision - Provision of Legal Services through a framework agreement ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.audit-scotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000684936 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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