---
title: "Award of NRS: Legal Services Mini Competition V2"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821314"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-03-31"
---

# Award of NRS: Legal Services Mini Competition V2

Buyer: NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821314

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## Summary

The contracting process for "Award of NRS: Legal Services Mini Competition V2" involves the National Records of Scotland as the buyer, located in Edinburgh. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting legal services as per CPV classification 79100000. The process has reached the Award stage, with pivotal dates including the tender period from 4 October 2026 to 4 October 2028, and two optional extension periods of 1 + 1 year. The contract, valued at £250,000, has been awarded to Harper Macleod LLP, a supplier based in Glasgow.

This tender presents substantial prospects for law firms seeking to expand their portfolio in Scotland's public sector. The lengthy contract duration, coupled with possible extensions, provides an opportunity for sustained business growth and development of a strategic partnership with a key government organisation. Businesses specialising in legal services, especially those proficient in handling public sector contracts, will be well-equipped to leverage this opportunity, given the specific procurement needs of the National Records of Scotland.

## Notice

See attached documentation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552856 |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2028 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 3YY |
| 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 North and Leith |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HARPER MACLEOD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 10:03 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552856

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nrscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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