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title: "Solace/IS Transformation: Implementing the National Framework for Self-Evaluation"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000820348"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "IMPROVEMENT SERVICE"
published: "2026-05-18"
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# Solace/IS Transformation: Implementing the National Framework for Self-Evaluation

Buyer: IMPROVEMENT SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000820348

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## Summary

The Improvement Service, based in Livingston, UK, has completed the awarding stage for a contract titled "Solace/IS Transformation: Implementing the National Framework for Self-Evaluation." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically aimed at General Public Services. The initiative involves deploying an independent consultant to aid in executing phase two of the "Realising the Ambitions of Crerar" project. The contract, valued at £45,000, was awarded to Alastair Delaney Consultancy on 1st April 2026 and involves providing support to local authorities across the UK. Originally announced in January 2026, the tender process followed an open procedure with electronic submissions, closing on 23rd February 2026.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy and public sector transformation, particularly those with expertise in evaluation frameworks and local government support. Consulting firms with experience in training programme development and implementation could compete effectively, especially if they can offer innovative solutions for rigorous self-evaluation practices. Such contracts can lead to increased visibility in the public sector market and pave the way for future engagements with local authorities aiming to enhance their service delivery frameworks. The requirement for specialised consultancy services suggests a strong potential for business growth in similar upcoming public transformation projects.

## Notice

The Improvement Service, on behalf of the Solace/IS transformation programme are seeking to contract an independent consultant to support phase two of the 'Realising the Ambitions of Crerar' project. Specifically to design and deliver support for local authorities to implement the National Framework for Self -Evaluation to be launched in March 2026.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

In March 2026, the Solace/IS transformation programme will launch a National Framework for Self - Evaluation, supporting the sector to collectively work towards more rigorous and robust approaches to self-evaluation that can be confidently positioned at the core of the dynamic of inspection and scrutiny processes. A consultant is sought to support the Implementation efforts of local authorities by; - Providing 'deep-dive' support to planning and evaluation of local implementation approaches for a sample of local authorities - Development and delivery of a National Training Programme and support to a National Practice Network

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556066 |
| 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 | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IMPROVEMENT SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVINGSTON |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH54 6FF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM14 West Lothian |
| Local authority | West Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Livingston South |
| Westminster constituency | Livingston |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALASTAIR DELANEY CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73220000 - Development consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556066
- 23 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547854

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547854&idx=1
  23rd January 2026 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547854&idx=2
  23rd January 2026 - Appendix One
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547854&idx=3
  23rd January 2026 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547854
  Solace/IS Transformation: Implementing the National Framework for Self-Evaluation - The Improvement Service, on behalf of the Solace/IS transformation programme are seeking to contract an independent consultant to support phase two of the 'Realising the Ambitions of Crerar' project. Specifically to design and deliver support for local authorities to implement the National Framework for Self -Evaluation to be launched in March 2026.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556066
  Solace/IS Transformation: Implementing the National Framework for Self-Evaluation - The Improvement Service, on behalf of the Solace/IS transformation programme are seeking to contract an independent consultant to support phase two of the 'Realising the Ambitions of Crerar' project. Specifically to design and deliver support for local authorities to implement the National Framework for Self -Evaluation to be launched in March 2026.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.improvementservice.org.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000820348

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