---
title: "Award of Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000829595"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-04-29"
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# Award of Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000829595

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## Summary

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for the "Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation," a service procurement process focusing on social research services. The award was made on 29th April 2026, with the contract valid through 6th May 2026. Situated in Glasgow, the Scottish Government acted as the buying organisation, with procurement executed via direct award to The Lines Between Ltd., based in Edinburgh. The procurement stage is at the 'award' phase, reflecting the completion of the tender process without competitive bidding, matching the specialised nature of the service needed.

This contract presents growth avenues for businesses specialising in social research services, particularly in conducting policy analysis and consultancy. By leveraging such opportunities, businesses can enhance their portfolio in public sector projects, strengthening their position in providing consultation services related to legislation or policy changes. The Lines Between Ltd., as the supplier selected for this project, exemplifies firms experienced in providing nuanced analysis and engagement with public consultation responses. Similarly positioned businesses can target future opportunities by aligning their service offerings to public sector needs, especially in areas concerning freedom of information and community services.

## Notice

Analysis of responses to FOISA extension consultation. The consultation sought views on whether the rights and obligations of FOI law should be extended to private and third sector operated care home and 'care at home' services - this is a result of Scottish Ministers' commitment following the consultation on Access to Information Rights in Scotland in 2022 to 2023.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554816 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | The contract is awarded to a single supplier without competition. |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,360 |
| 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 | PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8LU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Perth and Kinross |
| Electoral ward | Perth City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Perth and Kinross-shire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | D&J TAXIS; THE LINES BETWEEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 11:26 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554816

## Notice URLs

- http://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/15478/Tenders-and-contracts
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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