--- title: "Certification Fees Research" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2025-05-13" --- # Certification Fees Research Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government, located in Livingston, UK, recently completed an open procurement process for a service in the "General public services" category. The procurement, titled "Certification Fees Research," involved reviewing and making recommendations on the certification fees model to enhance compliance. The tender, identified by ID 2025/01, had its tender period ending on 22nd April 2025, and the contract was awarded on 13th May 2025. Pye Tait Consulting, a large-scale company based in Leicester, UK, won the contract valued at £47,600 GBP. The procurement method used was an open procedure, which allowed for electronic submissions, ensuring a transparent and competitive process. This tender presents significant business opportunities for firms specialising in research and consultancy services related to public service efficiency. Companies aiming to expand their portfolio in governmental consultancy projects, particularly those with expertise in compliance and fee structuring, will find such opportunities lucrative. The Scottish Government's commitment to open procurement processes fosters a competitive environment that benefits both large and specialised consultancy firms. Future tenders similar to this one could offer advantageous growth prospects for businesses well-versed in public sector collaborations. ## Notice Building Standards Division is reviewing the current certification fees model and make recommendations for change to help make certification the primary route to compliance. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The aim of this research is to review the current certification fees model and make recommendations for change to help make certification the primary route to compliance. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530226 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 13 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 9 May 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £49,999 | | Lots value | £49,999 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £47,600 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | N/A | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | PYE TAIT CONSULTING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 13 May 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530226 - 1 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527286 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR527286&idx=5 15th April 2025 - To improve and raise awareness of certification in Scotland - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR527286&idx=4 15th April 2025 - Value of Certification Final Report - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR527286&idx=3 15th April 2025 - Questions raised and answers provided - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR527286&idx=1 1st April 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR527286&idx=2 1st April 2025 - Scottish Government Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527286 Certification Fees Research - Building Standards Division is reviewing the current certification fees model and make recommendations for change to help make certification the primary route to compliance. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530226 Certification Fees Research - Building Standards Division is reviewing the current certification fees model and make recommendations for change to help make certification the primary route to compliance. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794186 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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