---
title: "Award of Gate 0 Review of the Deposit Return Scheme (Celtic Framework)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000833611"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-07-14"
---

# Award of Gate 0 Review of the Deposit Return Scheme (Celtic Framework)

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000833611

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## Summary

The Scottish Government, based in Glasgow, has completed the award stage for the contract titled "Award of Gate 0 Review of the Deposit Return Scheme (Celtic Framework)." This procurement pertains to the services category, specifically system quality assurance assessment and review services, and was facilitated through a direct procurement method. The contract has been awarded to Valuta, located in Brechin. The process did not involve competition, with the decision finalised on 14 July 2026. The role involved includes a review team leader conducting a Strategic Assessment for the Deposit Return Scheme starting 19 June 2026, over a span of 4.5 days.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in consulting and quality assurance services, particularly those with expertise in environmental and strategic assessments, to explore similar government contracts for growth. Given the direct procurement approach observed here, businesses experienced with providing niche or specialised advisory services without a competitive bid stand to benefit. Additionally, organisations capable of delivering comprehensive, structured reviews within tight timelines would find such opportunities beneficial.

## Notice

1 external adviser to carry out the role of review team leader for a Gate 0 Review (Strategic Assessment) of the Deposit Return SchemeMark Abbs - Review Team LeaderStart date - 19 June 20264.5 days: made up of 1/2 day preparation, 1 day reading, and 3 day review.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560085 |
| 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 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,455 |
| 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 | ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL; REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND; THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | ARJO; QUO IMUS LIMITED (TRADING AS QI CONSULTING; ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS; VALUTA; VENESKY BROWN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2026 at 13:54 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560085

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- http://www.ros.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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