--- title: "Courier Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "QUALIFICATIONS SCOTLAND" published: "2026-07-08" --- # Courier Services Buyer: QUALIFICATIONS SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833.json) ## Summary Qualifications Scotland has initiated an open procurement process for "Courier Services" under the industry category of Education, classified under CPV code 64120000. The tender, which is currently in its active stage, is seeking service providers to deliver various courier services across the UK, with possibilities for international deliveries as well. The main location for this procurement is within the UK, and the key dates include the tender period ending on 11th August 2026, with the bid opening on the same date. The procurement method adopted is the 'Open procedure', allowing for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland portal, with an estimated contract value of GBP 2,360,000. This tender presents numerous growth opportunities for courier businesses, particularly those experienced in delivering educational materials and offering reliable, time-sensitive services across different regions. Businesses equipped to handle same-day, overnight, and international deliveries, along with those offering specific services such as the transportation of examination materials, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. The tender involves four lots, including services ranging from same-day deliveries within Scotland to international courier services. Suppliers with efficient logistics and the ability to adapt to a potential 12-month extension will find this opportunity attractive. The contract also favours companies capable of providing electronic ordering and payment solutions, aligning with the digital procurement approach encouraged by Qualifications Scotland. ## Notice Courier Services - Generic and specific services ### Lot Information Same day Courier Services We have regular deliveries between our sites in Dalkeith and Glasgow and require couriers to collect from and deliver to a variety of residential and business addresses (mainly schools and colleges) throughout Scotland. Renewal: Potential 12 month extension Overnight Courier Services - 24 hour (Next Day) and 48-hour Qualifications Scotland has a regular requirement for an overnight courier service mainly throughout Scotland including the Highlands and Islands but also covering all parts of the UK Renewal: Potential 12 extension International Courier Services Qualifications Scotland has a regular requirement for international courier services. Renewal: 12 month possible extension Script Carriage This Lot will consist of 4 different services as detailed below: Service 1 - Collection of unmarked Coursework and Examination Materials from examination centres Service 2 - Collection of unmarked Artwork from examination centres. Service 3 - Delivery of unmarked Coursework and Examination Materials to markers Service 4 - Return of marked Coursework and Examination Materials to Qualifications Scotland Renewal: 12 month possible extension ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559678 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - 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 | 8 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Retender process will commence May 2029 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,360,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | QUALIFICATIONS SCOTLAND | | Locality | MIDLOTHIAN | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH22 1FD | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian | | Local authority | Midlothian | | Electoral ward | Dalkeith | | Westminster constituency | Midlothian | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services ### Codes - 64120000 - Courier services ## Release History - 8 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559678 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559678 Courier Services - Courier Services - Generic and specific services ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=836833 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - http://www.qualifications.gov.scot - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836833 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=836833 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/courts-and-tribunals/courts-tribunals-and-office-locations/find-us/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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