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title: "SFC Research and Evaluation Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000803374"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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buyer: "SCOTTISH FUNDING COUNCIL"
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# SFC Research and Evaluation Services Framework

Buyer: SCOTTISH FUNDING COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000803374

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## Summary

The Scottish Funding Council (SFC) based in Edinburgh is seeking to establish a framework for research and evaluation services. This tender, titled "SFC Research and Evaluation Services Framework", falls under the services industry category and covers various research scales including large, medium, and small evaluation projects. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the opportunity being announced on 8th July 2025 and submissions due by 29th August 2025 at 13:00. The procurement utilizes an open procedure, inviting suppliers across the region of UKM. Key dates include the opening of bids on 29th August 2025 at 14:00 and the award period starting the same day. The initiative adheres to the legal framework of Directive 2014/24/EU, aiming to engage up to 18 suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in research and evaluation services, particularly those experienced in qualitative and quantitative analyses and reporting. Small to large companies with the necessary technical competencies or access to a robust supply chain management system are well-positioned to compete. To qualify, businesses must submit two years of audited financial accounts and maintain specific insurance levels. Given the opportunity's scope and the inclusion of lot renewals, participating in this tender could enhance business visibility and provide steady project work across various evaluation scales. The open procedure allows businesses to engage via electronic submissions, streamlining the process for interested suppliers.

## Notice

We are seeking to establish a framework of suppliers with the experience, skills, and capacity to deliver evaluation services (including both quantitative and qualitative analysis), and effectively report on findings and recommendations.

### Lot Information

Large Scale Research and Evaluation Projects

Large Research and Evaluation Projects. Including but not limited to, designing and implementing multi-year evaluations, developing an evaluation framework for large, long-term programmes.

Renewal: Option for 2 x 12 month extensions

Medium Scale Research and Evalution Projects

Projects may include but are not limited to, Mixed methods evaluations of SFC investments including document analysis, surveys, focus groups and interviews, lasting 6-12 months. Value for money or cost benefit analysis projects. Targeted stakeholder surveys

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Small Scale Research and Evaluation Projects

Typical projects include but are not limited to, Desk-based work such as conducting literature reviews, synthesising and analysing evidence. Conducting focus groups and analysing and reporting on findings. Conducting one to one interviews and analysing and reporting on findings.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545572 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £400,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH FUNDING COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 5HD |
| 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 West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 11 |
| Supplier names | ADDITIONAL RESEARCH; ALBA PARTNERS; ANT CONSULTING; CIVIC; EKOS; IFF RESEARCH; PYE TAIT LTD (TRADING AS PYE TAIT CONSULTING; R DENNY CONSULTING; ROCKET SCIENCE; THE LINES BETWEEN; TRUEMAN CHANGE MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 79311400 - Economic research services
- 79315000 - Social research services
- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545572
- 25 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535522
- 16 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534797
- 8 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534119

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=2
  25th July 2025 - SFC 25-26 002 Q1 Information and Techincal Questions Response Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=12
  25th July 2025 - SFC 25-26 002 Q1 Information and Techincal Questions Response Document v2507 updated 25th July
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=4
  25th July 2025 - SFC Research Framework Lot 2 Pricing Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=11
  25th July 2025 - SFC Research Framework Lot 2 Pricing Template v2507. Updated 25th July
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=10
  8th July 2025 - Appendix E - SFC Due Diligence Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=5
  8th July 2025 - SFC Research Framework Lot 3 Pricing Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=6
  8th July 2025 - Appendix A - Form of Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=7
  8th July 2025 - Appendix B - Freedom of Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=8
  8th July 2025 - Appendix C - Template on Framework Agreement Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=9
  8th July 2025 - Appendix D - SFC Sustain Supply Chain CoC Feb 2021b
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=1
  8th July 2025 - SFC 25-26 002 Q1 SFC Research and Evaluation Framework ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534119&idx=3
  8th July 2025 - SFC Research Framework Lot 1 Pricing Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534119
  SFC Research and Evaluation Services Framework - We are seeking to establish a framework of suppliers with the experience, skills, and capacity to deliver evaluation services (including both quantitative and qualitative analysis), and effectively report on findings and recommendations.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545572
  SFC Research and Evaluation Services Framework - We are seeking to establish a framework of suppliers with the experience, skills, and capacity to deliver evaluation services (including both quantitative and qualitative analysis), and effectively report on findings and recommendations.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000803374
- https://www.sfc.ac.uk/

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