Official UK procurement notice
Building Standards Research and Technical Services Framework
Authority: Scottish Government (Central government)
What is being bought7 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionThe Authority intends to establish a multi-supplier Framework Agreement for the provision of research and technical services across seven lots. The Framework Agreement will be available for use by Scottish Government, Building Standards Division only and will enable the procurement of specialist support in the following areas:
Lot 1: Fire
Lot 2: Safety/Accessibility
Lot 3: Energy (Software, Tools and Methodology)
Lot 4: Energy (Policy and Research)
Lot 5: Environment and Sustainability
Lot 6: Structure
Lot 7: Non-technical
Economic operators may bid for one, several, or all lots. No guarantee is given as to the volume or value of services that may be awarded under the Framework Agreement.
Call-off contracts will be awarded in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement.
The estimated maximum framework value is GBP 4,000,000.
Call-off contracts under the Framework Agreement may be awarded by either direct award or mini-competition in accordance with the framework terms and conditions. The Authority reserves the right to use either method as appropriate to the specific requirement.
CPV: Advisory and consultative engineering services · Building consultancy services · Civil engineering consultancy services · Energy and related services · Energy-efficiency consultancy services · Environmental engineering consultancy services · Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services · Hazard protection and control consultancy services · Research and development services and related consultancy services · Research consultancy services · Research services · Social research services
How this framework works
From the published notice- Places
- up to 3 suppliers
Lots and requirements (7)Procurement structure
7 lots · no lot values published · same evaluation weights on every lotLot #1FireRenewal
Lot 1 covers the provision of research, analysis, and technical advisory services to support the development, review, and amendment of fire safety standards and associated technical guidance within the Scottish building standards system, particularly Section 2 (Fire) of the Domestic and Non-Domestic Technical Handbooks.
Lot #2Safety/AccessibilityRenewal
Lot 2 covers the intended research and outputs to support the development standards and guidance contained under Section 3 ‘Environment’ and Section 4 ‘Safety’ in relation to the accessibility and safety of new domestic and non-domestic buildings. Services will support the regulatory development, options appraisal, and cost impact modelling and assessment of the above themes. Outputs will inform the production of policy and consultation materials as well as amendments to regulations and updated technical handbook guidance.
Lot #3Energy (Software, Tools and Methodology)Renewal
Lot 3 covers the provision of technical services relating to energy related software, tools, and methodologies supporting compliance, modelling, and assessment within the Scottish building standards system.
Lot #4Energy (Policy and Research)Renewal
Lot 4 covers policy focused research and analytical services relating to energy use, decarbonisation, and energy performance of buildings. This lot focuses on Section 6 of the of the Domestic and Non-Domestic Technical Handbooks. Outputs may inform amendments to regulations, updates to Technical Handbooks, supporting guidance, related policy, and consultation material.
Lot #5Environment and SustainabilityRenewal
Lot 5 covers consultancy and research services relating to environmental performance and sustainability of buildings and the built environment. This lot focuses on Section 3 and Section 7 of the Domestic and Non-Domestic Technical Handbooks. Outputs may inform amendments to regulations, updates to Technical Handbooks, supporting guidance, and related policy and consultation material.
Lot #6StructureRenewal
Lot 6 covers structural engineering and structural safety consultancy services supporting building standards, technical guidance, and regulatory compliance. This lot focuses on Section 1 of the Domestic and Non-Domestic Technical Handbooks. Outputs may inform amendments to regulations, updates to Technical Handbooks, supporting guidance, and related policy and consultation material. Research within this lot will support the development of guidance and policy in relation to matters relating to building safety and structural integrity.
Lot #7Non-technicalRenewal
Lot 7 covers the provision of overarching business and policy support services for Lots 1 to 6 to enable informed decision‑making and effective policy development. The scope includes the delivery of detailed options appraisals to assess the feasibility of approaches against strategic objectives, alongside robust cost impact and benefit analysis to evaluate the financial, economic, and value‑for‑money implications of policy and technical proposals. 1.2. The Lot also encompasses stakeholder survey design, delivery, and engagement activities to gather evidence, insights, and feedback in support of policy development and refinement for Lots 1 to 6. In addition, suppliers will support the development and authoring of clear, accessible draft guidance and supporting materials, ensuring outputs are well‑structured, evidence‑based, and suitable for consultation, approval, and implementation within relevant organisational or regulatory contexts.
What it takes to wini
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add morei
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Published award criteria (2)
- Quality: 70
- Price: 30
- Economic & financial standing
Insurance: Professional Risk Indemnity, Employer's (Compulsory) Liability and Public Liability.
Minimum: Professional Risk Indemnity: GBP1,000,000.00 Employer's (Compulsory) Liability: in accordance with any legal requirements for the time being in force, and Public Liability: GBP1,000,000.00 Economic operators must demonstrate sufficient financial standing to perform the contract. … - Technical & professional ability
Requirement: Relevant supplies and/or services delivered within the last three years. Examples may be from public, private, or third sector organisations and may include work delivered through partnerships, consortia, or grant-funded activity.
The example(s) provided should demonstrate experience that is similar or relevant in nature, but does not need to be of the same scale or value as this contract.
The Authority will accept proportionate and equivalent experience demonstrating the skills and capability required to deliver the contract.
Tenderers must demonstrate the extent to which they meet the Purchaser ‘s minimum requirements in respect of Cyber Security for this contract by completing the relevant Supplier Assessment on the Supplier 25 System via the URL inserted below:
Minimum: Minimum number of relevant examples: The Authority is seeking at least one example of relevant supplies and/or services delivered within the last three years. Lots 1 to 6 shall be assessed at a Moderate cyber security level, reflecting the anticipated handling of digital informat…
- Price carries 30 of 100 points: a 10% discount moves about 3 points. The method statement decides this lot, not the discount.
- “Building Standards Research and Technical Services Framework” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 3 suppliers, not a single contract.
Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record · publisher note attached- Procedure method
- Open procedure
- Legal basis
- CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
- Procurement category
- Services
- Notice status
- Closed
- Procurement threshold
- Unspecified in notice
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Framework agreement
- Who may use this agreement
- Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- No (one-off requirement)
- First published
- 20 Mar 2026, 11:52 GMT
- Last source update
- 6 Jul 2026, 09:27 BST
- Award evaluation window
- 17 Aug 2026 – …
- Authority reference
CASE/817752- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-063063- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06702cFind a Tender
- Electronic trading
- e-invoicing allowed · electronic payment
Publisher note: 4c.4 Requirement - Supply chain management Please provide a statement of the relevant supply chain management and/or tracking systems used: 4C.7 Requirement - Environmental Management Production and submission of evidence of steps taken to build awareness of the climate emergency and consideration of how the organisation plans to respond to it. This should include details of planned projects and actions to reduce the bidder’s carbon emissions. It is a requirement of this Contract that the Contractor shall pay staff that are involved in the delivery of services under this Contract at least the real Living Wage. Technical Evaluation Scoring Criteria: Score Definition Description 0 Unacceptable Nil or inadequate response. Fails to demonstrate an ability to meet the requirement. 1 Poor Response is partially relevant but generally poor. The response addresses some elements of the requirement but contains insufficient/limited detail or explanation to demonstrate how the requirement will be fulfilled. 2 Acceptable Response is relevant and acceptable. The response addresses a broad understanding of the requirement but may lack details on how the requirement will be fulfilled in certain areas. 3 Good Response is relevant and good. The response is sufficiently detailed to demonstrate a good understanding and provides details on how the requirements will be fulfilled. 4 Excellent Response is completely relevant and excellent overall. The response is comprehensive, unambiguous and demonstrates a thorough understanding of the requirement and provides details of how the requirement will be met in full. Technical Award Criteria: Section Title Weighting A Understanding of Policy and Technical Context 20% B Management, Staffing and Resourcing 30% C Delivery 25% D Contract Management 10% F Sustainable Procurement 10% G Fair Work First 5% 100% The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 32243. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: Community Benefits will apply on a per‑Supplier basis, based on cumulative spend earned by each Supplier across all call‑off contracts awarded under the Framework. Cumulative spend per Supplier Requirement Below GBP 250,000 No mandatory Community Benefits (voluntary provision encouraged) GBP 250,000 reached Core Community Benefits requirement applies GBP 1,000,000 reached Enhanced Community Benefits requirement applies Once a spend threshold has been triggered, the Supplier must deliver Community Benefits by selecting activities from the Community Benefits Menu set out Annex 8 of the Specification. The Community Benefits Menu is structured around the following themes: -Employability and Skills in Building Standards -Community and third sector support -Promoting Inclusion and Reducing Inequalities -Environmental and Sustainability Contributions (Additional) (SC Ref:836511)
How it was run
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- Appointment period ends
- 17 Aug 2026, 12:00 BST
- Submission channel
- {"electronicSubmission"}
- Accepted languages
- en
- Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)
- document
- Bid validity
- 180 days from the deadline
- Bids opened
- 17 Aug 2026, 14:00 BST
Timeline
20 Apr 2026 → 17 Aug 2026 · 4 dates- Next notice expected191 days ago20 Apr 2026, 00:00 BST
- Notice published113 days ago6 Jul 2026, 09:27 BST
- Admission / appointment period ends71 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown17 Aug 2026, 12:00 BST
- Bids opened71 days ago17 Aug 2026, 14:00 BST
Notice history
3 events · 2 releases on Find a Tender · since 6 Jul 2026- Status changed to active6 Jul 2026, 09:27 BST
- Procurement method changed6 Jul 2026, 09:27 BST
- Deadline published: 17 Aug 2026, 12:00 BST6 Jul 2026, 09:27 BST
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
Dispute resolution & review bodies
- Edinburgh Sheriff Court & Justice of the Peace CourtReview body
Official documents & specifications
Official links; attachments are not copiedNo document links were published on the notice.