--- title: "Framework for the Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2026-02-16" --- # Framework for the Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff Services Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government has outlined plans for a framework agreement concerning the provision of temporary and interim staff services intended for Scotland's public sector, with particular focus on general public services. The process, currently at the planning stage, is directed by the Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate and is designed to cater to the temporary staffing needs across public sector organisations throughout Scotland. These frameworks are planned to replace existing agreements that commenced on 13 April 2023 and will expire by 12 April 2027, maintaining their National Category A status. Interested suppliers are encouraged to contribute views on procurement strategy options via a request for information, available until 3rd March 2026. The procurement approach is designed to collaboratively canvass stakeholder opinions before the strategy for these services is finalised. The opportunity presented by this planned procurement process is significant for businesses specialising in staffing services, particularly those offering temporary and interim staff roles. Companies that focus on providing short-term staffing solutions to fill temporary gaps in workforce demands would find this framework especially beneficial. The initiative seeks input from market participants on a non-competitive basis, providing a potential gateway for businesses to aid in shaping the delivery strategy. Since this framework intends to implement Fair Work First measures, businesses aligned with such practices would be well-suited to participate. There is also potential for growth by engaging with diverse public sector bodies across Scotland, offering a wide client base and a chance to establish strong collaborative links with governmental organisations. ## Notice The provision of temporary and interim staff services to the Scottish Public Sector ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate (SPPD) is the organisation tasked with procuring requirements on behalf of Scottish Public Sector Bodies. The current Scottish Government collaborative Temporary and Interim Staff Services Frameworks are a suite of four individual multi supplier Framework Agreements which commenced on 13 April 2023 and are due to expire on 12 April 2027. They are all National Category A Frameworks which are open to all public sector organisations throughout Scotland. They are designed to provide the full range of commonly sought temporary and interim staff services required for daily business. These are national collaborative Frameworks, for commonly required, regularly sought temporary and interim staff services roles/assignments across the Scottish public sector. These Frameworks are intended solely for short term, gap filling purposes and are not intended as an alternative to permanent or fixed term appointment (FTA) recruitment. Work has commenced in developing the procurement strategy options including canvassing of stakeholders views. In order to complete and finalise the strategy, SPPD recognises the value of suppliers having the opportunity to contribute to this process on a non-competitive, non-judgemental basis. This request for information is aimed at collating those views from market participants. Framework participants will be expected to provide a range of Fair Work First measures. This information may be utilised in developing the procurement strategy to help deliver contractual arrangements for Temporary and Interim Staff Services requirements. This notice is issued for information only and does not constitute a call for competition. Scottish Government and the Scottish Ministers shall have no liability for any costs, however incurred, by those attending any information days, attendance at meetings, or involvement in the proposed procurement process. Suppliers and other interested parties should read and complete the following Request for Information Online Questionnaire using the link below. https://forms.office.com/e/cNzCefdZzU The questionnaire will be available for all interested parties until COP 3 March 2026. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549656 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | 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 | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 17 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 8LU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 72222300 - Information technology services - 75100000 - Administration services - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 16 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549656 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549656 Framework for the Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff Services - The provision of temporary and interim staff services to the Scottish Public Sector ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=823671 - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823671 - https://forms.office.com/e/cNzCefdZzU ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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