---
title: "Legal Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821868"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821868.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "AUDIT SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-01-28"
---

# Legal Services Framework

Buyer: AUDIT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821868

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## Summary

Audit Scotland, serving as the buying organisation, has initiated a procurement process for a "Legal Services Framework" under the services category, specifically related to audit tasks. The procurement follows an open procedure method and is located in the UKM region, specifically in Edinburgh. This tender is currently in the tender stage. Interested parties must submit their electronic bids by 3rd March 2026 at 14:00. The total contract value is estimated at £325,000, and the contract is envisaged to last for 1,080 days with a potential two-year renewal option to ensure service continuity. All submissions must be made in English, and the bid opening will coincide with the submission deadline.

This tender presents significant opportunities for legal firms specialising in audit-related legal services aiming to expand their portfolios. Businesses with a strong track record in providing comprehensive legal services within the public sector and experience with framework agreements will be particularly well-suited for this framework. Firms that can demonstrate a robust understanding of public law and commit to a high standard of service would find this contract advantageous for growth. Given the maximum number of participants allowed is five, competition among contenders will be focused and potentially rewarding for winners. The framework allows participating firms to cultivate long-term relationships with Audit Scotland and gain visibility within the public contracts domain.

## Notice

Provision of Legal Services

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Legal Services through a framework agreement

Renewal: Two year

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548190 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £325,000 |
| Lots value | £325,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | AUDIT SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH3 9DN |
| 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 East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548190

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548190
  Legal Services Framework - Provision of Legal Services

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.audit-scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821868
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=821868
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821868
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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