UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

This Framework Contract is for the provision of a range of construction related consultancy services to buildings and their surrounding grounds which Councils, Scotland Excel associate members and other bodies participating in this procurement as detailed in this notice may require. The framework is divided into 14 lots as follows: -Lot 1 - Architecture -Lot 2 - Civil and Structural Engineering -Lot 3 - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Engineering -Lot 4 - Quantity Surveying -Lot 5 – In House Multi Disciplinary -Lot 6 – Architect Led Multi Disciplinary -Lot 7 - Conservation Architecture -Lot 8 - Clerk of Works -Lot 9 - Project Management -Lot 10 - Landscape Architecture -Lot 11 - CDM Advice -Lot 12 - Master planning -Lot 13 – Environmental Engineering -Lot 14 - Building Surveying For more information about the requirements for each lot please see summary information, below, and the tender documentation which is available in the relevant PCS-T project for this procurement exercise.

This framework agreement is for the Supply and Delivery of Grounds and Plant Equipment. The framework agreement is to provide Scottish local authorities and various other contracting authorities with a mechanism to procure various grounds and plant equipment including, but not limited to, handheld equipment, pedestrian push and self-propelled equipment, mowers, specialist equipment, winter maintenance equipment, sweepers and Vacuums, ride on and utility vehicles including quad bikes, tractors, tractor mounted and towed equipment and vehicle mounted equipment, excavators, pedestrian operated plant, ride on rollers, static plant, forklift/tele-handlers, trailers, loaders, dumpers, dozers, pavers, planers, mechanical chip spreaders, bond coat sprayers, mobile pot hole fillers and pressure washers to undertake vital works and council services. Scotland Excel members may, if made available, request lease quotations, plant buy back options, disposal of aged plant options and second hand plant purchase options for grounds and plant equipment across all lots, however, this would be subject to a seperate agreement between the parties. NOTE: This opportunity is for PURCHASE of equipment and does not include hire options.

This Contract Notice is in relation to a new framework opportunity for the Supply & Distribution of Fresh Fruit & Vegetables. It is anticipated that the scope of the products covered under the framework will include, but is not limited to, fresh apples, bananas, grapes, pears, strawberries, carrots, turnip, cabbage, corn and other associated products.

This framework is for the Supply and Delivery of Construction Materials, Schedule Reference 1422 and will incorporate various materials, such as, but not limited to electrical, building and timber, plumbing and heating, road maintenance and trade materials to all 32 member councils in Scotland, Tayside Contracts, all associate members of Scotland Excel and cross collaborating authorities.

This framework is for Demolition and Deconstruction works. This framework will provide councils and other participating bodies with a mechanism to procure a range of works and services in relation to demolition and deconstruction of domestic and commercial buildings and emergency demolition.

This framework is for the supply and delivery of Education Materials. This framework will provide councils and other participating bodies with a mechanism to procure a range of products including but not limited to, arts and crafts, board, card and paper, exercise books, musical instruments, science equipment and sports equipment. Users of the framework are likely to include schools and nurseries, including those for children with additional support needs.

This framework has been developed to assist councils with the procurement of technical consultants for future updates to their Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategies (LHEES). It will also help councils complete work to meet any potential deadlines for Heat Network Zoning or Local Area Energy Plans (LAEPs). The framework is divided into three lots as follows: -Lot 1 - Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategies -Lot 2 - Heat Network Zoning -Lot 3 - Local Area Energy Plans Scotland Excel is the Centre of Procurement Expertise for the local government sector in Scotland. All 32 Scottish local authorities are members and circa 90 organisations are associate members. Established in 2008, our remit is to work collaboratively with members and suppliers to raise procurement standards, secure best value for customers and to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of public sector procurement in Scotland. Scotland Excel develops and manages collaborative contracts for products, services and works where a strategic requirement is identified across our sector. For further information about our governance and set up, suppliers are referred to the following page of our website: https://home.scotland-excel.org.uk/about-us/our-governance/

This procurement exercise is to establish a ‘National Flexible Framework Agreement’ in accordance with Regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (further referred to as 'the Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA)') for the provision of trained and vetted Social Care Agency Workers in a variety of social care settings. Scotland Excel as a central purchasing body, may procure this FFA on behalf of the following contracting authorities: the 32 Councils in Scotland and Associate Members are listed at: https://home.scotland-excel.org.uk/about-us/our-members/. The FFA allows for New Entrants to be admitted, as Suppliers, after it has been established. Following award, successful Suppliers will also be able to add new services and locations to their service offering in accordance with the terms of the FFA. The value provided in II.1.5 is an ESTIMATE only.

This Contract Notice is in relation to the renewal framework for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of Audio Visual Equipment, on behalf of the 32 local authorities in Scotland. The tender is likely to include, but not limited to interactive boards, projectors, television screens, audio equipment. The framework will mainly service the Education departments but may service other departments within the local authorities. The framework may also be available to Scotland Excel associate members and other public sector organisations, further information will be available within the contract notice and tender document which will be available in due course.

Tenderers are advised that the envisaged maximum number of participants that might be appointed to the proposed framework agreement set out in section IV.1.3 of this contract notice is purely indicative. Scotland Excel reserves the right to appoint more or less bidders than the envisaged maximum number to the proposed framework agreement. Rebates apply to this framework. Further information regarding the operation of the framework and the tendering requirements can be found within the tender documentation which is available in the relevant PCS-T project for this procurement exercise. Tenderers are requested to agree to the community benefits approach as set out in the ITT. Where agreed, if successful in award onto the framework and if a Work Order is awarded through the framework, contractors will be required to: 1. Upon award of the Work Order proactively engage with the Council to agree the selection of community benefit outcomes and how these will be monitored between the parties (including reporting and reviews). 2. Commence implementing the community benefits immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible, upon being appointed a Work Order. 3. Inform Scotland Excel of the selection of community benefit outcomes which have been agreed with the Council and report on the delivery these on a bi-annual basis in a format prescribed by Scotland Excel. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR TENDERERS: Tenderers should note the specific requirements and evaluation approaches applicable to this tender as set out in the procurement documents. Tenderers should note that bids may be excluded from evaluation (in whole, or in part) if they do not include the information required in accordance with the instructions given. Further information and instructions are contained within the procurement documents. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 26425. 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/ (SC Ref:810444)

Tenderers are advised that the envisaged maximum number of participants that might be appointed to the proposed framework agreement set out in section IV.1.3 of this contract notice is purely indicative. Scotland Excel reserves the right to appoint more or less bidders than the envisaged maximum number to the proposed framework agreement. Rebates apply to this framework. Further information regarding the operation of the framework and the tendering requirements can be found within the tender documentation which is available in the relevant PCS-T project for this procurement exercise. Tenderers are requested to agree to the community benefits approach as set out in the ITT. Where agreed, if successful in award onto the framework and if a Work Order is awarded through the framework, contractors will be required to: 1. Upon award of the Work Order proactively engage with the Council to agree the selection of community benefit outcomes and how these will be monitored between the parties (including reporting and reviews). 2. Commence implementing the community benefits immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible, upon being appointed a Work Order. 3. Inform Scotland Excel of the selection of community benefit outcomes which have been agreed with the Council and report on the delivery these on a bi-annual basis in a format prescribed by Scotland Excel. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR TENDERERS: Tenderers should note the specific requirements and evaluation approaches applicable to this tender as set out in the procurement documents. Tenderers should note that bids may be excluded from evaluation (in whole, or in part) if they do not include the information required in accordance with the instructions given. Further information and instructions are contained within the procurement documents. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 26425. 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/ (SC Ref:810141)

Tenderers are advised that the envisaged maximum number of participants that might be appointed to the proposed framework agreement set out in section IV.1.3 of this contract notice is purely indicative. Scotland Excel reserves the right to appoint more or less bidders than the envisaged maximum number to the proposed framework agreement. Rebates apply to this framework. Further information regarding the operation of the framework and the tendering requirements can be found within the tender documentation which is available in the relevant PCS-T project for this procurement exercise. Tenderers are requested to agree to the community benefits approach as set out in the ITT. Where agreed, if successful in award onto the framework and if a Work Order is awarded through the framework, contractors will be required to: 1. Upon award of the Work Order proactively engage with the Council to agree the selection of community benefit outcomes and how these will be monitored between the parties (including reporting and reviews). 2. Commence implementing the community benefits immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible, upon being appointed a Work Order. 3. Inform Scotland Excel of the selection of community benefit outcomes which have been agreed with the Council and report on the delivery these on a bi-annual basis in a format prescribed by Scotland Excel. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR TENDERERS: Tenderers should note the specific requirements and evaluation approaches applicable to this tender as set out in the procurement documents. Tenderers should note that bids may be excluded from evaluation (in whole, or in part) if they do not include the information required in accordance with the instructions given. Further information and instructions are contained within the procurement documents. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 26425. 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/ (SC Ref:810257)

Tenderers are advised that the envisaged maximum number of participants that might be appointed to the proposed framework agreement set out in section IV.1.3 of this contract notice is purely indicative. Scotland Excel reserves the right to appoint more or less bidders than the envisaged maximum number to the proposed framework agreement. Rebates apply to this framework. Further information regarding the operation of the framework and the tendering requirements can be found within the tender documentation which is available in the relevant PCS-T project for this procurement exercise. Tenderers are requested to agree to the community benefits approach as set out in the ITT. Where agreed, if successful in award onto the framework and if a Work Order is awarded through the framework, contractors will be required to: 1. Upon award of the Work Order proactively engage with the Council to agree the selection of community benefit outcomes and how these will be monitored between the parties (including reporting and reviews). 2. Commence implementing the community benefits immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible, upon being appointed a Work Order. 3. Inform Scotland Excel of the selection of community benefit outcomes which have been agreed with the Council and report on the delivery these on a bi-annual basis in a format prescribed by Scotland Excel. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR TENDERERS: Tenderers should note the specific requirements and evaluation approaches applicable to this tender as set out in the procurement documents. Tenderers should note that bids may be excluded from evaluation (in whole, or in part) if they do not include the information required in accordance with the instructions given. Further information and instructions are contained within the procurement documents. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 26425. 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/ (SC Ref:810411)

This Contract Notice is in relation to the framework for Supply, Delivery & Installation of Education and Office Furniture. It is anticipated that the scope of furniture covered under the framework will include but not be limited to education and office furniture. The lotting structure will permit Scottish councils, Scotland Excel Associate Members and other participating public bodies to purchase individual pieces of furniture or deliver a full kit-out requirement.

This contract notice is in relation to the new framework for 0325 Supply and Distribution of Milk and Dairy Free Alternatives. These products are for, but not limited to, use within schools, nurseries and council buildings, It is anticipated that the scope of products covered under the framework will provide a range of products including but not limited to whole milk, semi skimmed milk, skimmed milk, organic milk, cream and dairy free alternatives which Councils may require.

This framework is anticipated to provide councils and other participating bodies with a mechanism to procure a wide range of vehicles parts, covering the varied fleet mix across councils. This incorporates everything from cars and light vehicles up to 44 tonne refuse collection vehicles (RCV) and other specialist vehicles.

This Contract Notice confirms that the Care and Support Flexible Framework Agreement has now been established in accordance with Regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (further referred to as 'the Flexible Framework Agreement'). The services include Care at Home and Supported Living Services, collectively referred to as Care and Support Services. The Flexible Framework Agreement will remain open to allow new Providers ("New Entrants") to participate throughout the Open Period. Further information about New Entrant applications is set out in Section VI.3 Additional information. Following award, successful providers will also be able to seek to vary their appointment by altering or adding Care and Support Service offerings in accordance with the terms of the Flexible Framework Agreement. Care and Support Services will support people to achieve the best possible quality of life, in terms of their personal aspirations, choices and abilities, that enables them to live independently and safely within their own home for as long as practicable.

This procurement exercise is to establish a Flexible Framework Agreement, for the provision of Care Homes for Adults excluding older people (further referred to as the “Flexible Framework'’) which fall within Schedule 3 and Regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.The care home services forming part of the Flexible Framework are regulated by the Care Inspectorate in Scotland and must be registered with them as Care Home Service for Adults. Care home services will support people to achieve the best possible quality of life, in terms of their personal aspirations, choices and abilities, where people’s needs are best met within a residential setting for adults.

This framework is for the provision of services for treatment and processing of organic waste. The waste streams are food waste, garden waste and co-mingled food and garden waste. Councils in Scotland require service providers to receive food, garden or co-mingled waste and to treat, reprocess and recycle it. This framework is available to all Scottish Councils, Scotland Excel Associate Members and other participating public bodies. There shall be two service models available for use by the councils as follows: - Model A – where councils deliver materials to the Service Provider’s nominated facilities for treatment. Model B – where councils deliver materials to its (Council) own, the Service Provider’s, and/or a third party’s Reception Point where it shall be collected by the Service Provider(s) for onward haulage for treatment at the Service Provider’s Treatment Facility.