---
title: "Award of DTCPSJ- Public Spending Distributional Analysis"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000817957"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-02-10"
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# Award of DTCPSJ- Public Spending Distributional Analysis

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000817957

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Award of DTCPSJ- Public Spending Distributional Analysis" was initiated by the Scottish Government, with the University of Strathclyde as the awarded supplier. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focused on research and development services with consultancy elements. The project is located in Edinburgh, with tender submissions accepted between 2nd May 2026 and 6th May 2026. The contract was officially awarded on 10th February 2026 and includes the possibility of a one-month extension, bringing the end date potentially to 5th July 2026. This procurement stage is classified as an 'award', and it highlights an economic and social research endeavour aimed at analysing the distributional effects of Scottish Government policies.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in social and economic research, consultancy, and policy analysis. Companies with expertise in developing impactful research methodologies and conducting policy-impact assessments, particularly those with a focus on socioeconomic factors, will find this opportunity particularly intriguing. The engagement with the Scottish Government opens doors for further collaboration in similar policy analysis projects, enhancing the portfolio and research credibility of participating suppliers. The awarded contract, valued at £35,680, signifies a valuable engagement for research institutions and consultancies within the services category.

## Notice

The Poverty and Inequality Commission would like to commission social and economic research on the distributional effect of a selection of Scottish Government policies, focused on those listed in the Scottish Government's cost of living guarantee.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549276 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,680 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Additional buyers | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL; REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA |
| Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA31 8RT |
| 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 | Almond |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 9 |
| Supplier names | BRYSON TRACTORS; IPSOS MORI; LORIEN RESOURCING; MP GROUP; PEPLEROPTICS; SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES; THELMA BIOTEL; UNIVERSITY COURT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW; UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 15:12 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549276

## Notice URLs

- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.ros.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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