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NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Extension

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS) · compiled

Tender information last checkedLast checked 30 Sept 2026, 00:26.

Opportunity overview

Extension to NHSScotland Healthcare Planner (2018) lots 1 and 2 framework for a duration up to a maximum of 24 months. The value referred to in this notice within sections II.1.7 and V.2.4 refers to the initial value of the original framework procurement which is not anticipated to be exceeded during the extension period.

Awarded to

Amounts belong to published awards or contracts. Where several suppliers share one value, it is labelled as shared and is not a supplier-specific allocation.

Archus

Match pending…
Shared published award value
Value not stated
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
30 Apr 2021
Suppliers
One of 3 awarded suppliers
Award ID
017013-2025-1
Status
active
Location
Bath, UK, BA1 1RG, United Kingdom

Buchan + Associates

Match pending…
Shared published award value
Value not stated
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
30 Apr 2021
Suppliers
One of 3 awarded suppliers
Award ID
017013-2025-1
Status
active
Location
Glasgow, UKM83, G775FY, United Kingdom

Carnall Farrar

Match pending…
Shared published award value
Value not stated
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
30 Apr 2021
Suppliers
One of 3 awarded suppliers
Award ID
017013-2025-1
Status
active
Location
London, UKC, W1G 0EF, United Kingdom

Archus

Match pending…
Shared published award value
Value not stated
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
5 Sept 2021
Suppliers
One of 4 awarded suppliers
Award ID
017013-2025-2
Status
active
Location
Bath, UK, BA1 1RG, United Kingdom

Buchan + Associates

Match pending…
Shared published award value
Value not stated
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
5 Sept 2021
Suppliers
One of 4 awarded suppliers
Award ID
017013-2025-2
Status
active
Location
Glasgow, UKM83, G775FY, United Kingdom

Currie & Brown UK Limited

Matched by exact name
Shared published award value
Value not stated
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
5 Sept 2021
Suppliers
One of 4 awarded suppliers
Award ID
017013-2025-2
Status
active
Location
Glasgow, UK, G2 7EZ, United Kingdom

KD Health

Match pending…
Shared published award value
Value not stated
Awarded
Not supplied
Contract signed
5 Sept 2021
Suppliers
One of 4 awarded suppliers
Award ID
017013-2025-2
Status
active
Location
Nantwich, UKD6, CW5 6QS, United Kingdom

Classification

  • CPV71000000 — Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Lots

  • NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 1Value not stated
  • NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 2Value not stated

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-050798
Status
complete
Procurement Method
limited
Main Procurement Category
services
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Why this procedure was chosen
The current level of uncertainty in the future NHSScotland capital pipeline is resulting in a position of being unable to scope a successor arrangement to the current Healthcare Planner framework. There is no certainty in the type and scale of projects beyond the short term (1-2 years) focus on lower value backlog maintenance projects as part of the NHSScotland Business Continuity Planning With a replacement to the Frameworks Scotland 3 delivery model currently being scoped, any potential replacement Healthcare Planner framework will require to be linked to the final outcomes of this new construction delivery model. For example, if the new project delivery model seeks to adopt contract alliancing principles, this could result in the requirement of specific contract conditions for Healthcare Planner contracts being required which are yet unknown. Furthermore, this could result in appointment and delivery of the Healthcare Planner services moving to a more regional approach as opposed to the current national approach. The future requirements will not be able to be determined until the successor to Frameworks Scotland 3 strategy and recommendations are completed and approved. This is currently programmed for March 2026. Therefore, with such future pipeline and delivery model uncertainty, it would not be prudent to go to the market to seek to procure a replacement for the Healthcare Planner framework at this time. It is anticipated, that by extending the framework by up to a maximum period for 24 months, this will allow for greater clarity around future pipeline and service needs. The proposed extension letters will state that any new successor arrangements will be used once these are in place, if this is prior to the expiry of the extension. The justification for the framework extension shall be on the basis of Regulation 72 (1) (c). A modification notice will be issued via PCS portal, confirming a modification to the existing contract under Regulation 72 (1) (c). The value referred to in this notice within sections II.1.7 and V.2.4 refers to the initial value of the original framework procurement which is not anticipated to be exceeded during the extension period.

Covered By

GPA

Legal basis

Id
32014L0024
Scheme
CELEX

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Classification

Id
71000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Procedure reasons

Entry 1
Id
D_OUTSIDE_SCOPE
Scheme
TED_PT_AWARD_CONTRACT_WITHOUT_CALL
Description
The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the directive

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 1
Has Options
No
Description
The NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Frameworks are a procurement vehicle for providing healthcare planner services to NHSScotland Boards across the whole of Scotland. Lot 1 framework expires on 30/04/25 and Lot 2 framework expires on 05/09/25. The current level of uncertainty in the future NHSScotland capital pipeline is resulting in a position of being unable to scope a successor arrangement to the current Healthcare Planner framework. There is no certainty in the type and scale of projects beyond the short term (1-2 years) focus on lower value backlog maintenance projects as part of the NHSScotland Business Continuity Planning With a replacement to the Frameworks Scotland 3 delivery model currently being scoped, any potential replacement Healthcare Planner framework will require to be linked to the final outcomes of this new construction delivery model. For example, if the new project delivery model seeks to adopt contract alliancing principles, this could result in the requirement of specific contract conditions for Healthcare Planner contracts being required which are yet unknown. Furthermore, this could result in appointment and delivery of the Healthcare Planner services moving to a more regional approach as opposed to the current national approach. The future requirements will not be able to be determined until the successor to Frameworks Scotland 3 strategy and recommendations are completed and approved. This is currently programmed for March 2026. It is anticipated, that by extending the framework by up to a maximum period for 24 months, this will allow for greater clarity around future pipeline and service needs. This should enable a future procurement to have an increased level of pipeline certainty. Due to the cancellation and pausing of projects over the last 9-12 months, combined with the reduction in activity during the pandemic between 2020-2022, the anticipated spend through Healthcare Planner framework lots has been significantly below the stated contract value within the published Contract Notice. It is therefore anticipated that any future call-off from the framework during the 24-month extension period, would still not exceed the original value in the Contract Notice. It is anticipated that the volume of activity will be limited by the current capital and financial constraints. Furthermore, the Scottish Government are currently developing the Service Reform Framework which is due for publication later in 2025 and therefore it would be sensible to understand the outcomes and recommendations to be incorporated into any new Healthcare Planner framework replacement. The proposed extension letters will state that any new successor arrangements will be used once these are in place, if this is prior to the expiry of the extension. Therefore, in the event of a significant change in the current and anticipated short term capital position and or service planning pipeline, a new procurement can commence to enable a new framework or contract arrangement to be put in place prior to expiry of the proposed extension to NHSScotland Healthcare Planner framework. The justification for the framework extension shall be on the basis of Regulation 72 (1) (c). A modification notice will be issued via Public Contract Scotland portal after the issue of the VEAT notice, confirming a modification to the existing contract under Regulation 72 (1) (c). The value referred to in this notice within sections II.1.7 and V.2.4 refers to the initial value of the original framework procurement which is not anticipated to be exceeded during the extension period.
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 2
Has Options
No
Description
The NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Frameworks are a procurement vehicle for providing healthcare planner services to NHSScotland Boards across the whole of Scotland. Lot 1 framework expires on 30/04/25 and Lot 2 framework expires on 05/09/25. The current level of uncertainty in the future NHSScotland capital pipeline is resulting in a position of being unable to scope a successor arrangement to the current Healthcare Planner framework. There is no certainty in the type and scale of projects beyond the short term (1-2 years) focus on lower value backlog maintenance projects as part of the NHSScotland Business Continuity Planning With a replacement to the Frameworks Scotland 3 delivery model currently being scoped, any potential replacement Healthcare Planner framework will require to be linked to the final outcomes of this new construction delivery model. For example, if the new project delivery model seeks to adopt contract alliancing principles, this could result in the requirement of specific contract conditions for Healthcare Planner contracts being required which are yet unknown. Furthermore, this could result in appointment and delivery of the Healthcare Planner services moving to a more regional approach as opposed to the current national approach. The future requirements will not be able to be determined until the successor to Frameworks Scotland 3 strategy and recommendations are completed and approved. This is currently programmed for March 2026. It is anticipated, that by extending the framework by up to a maximum period for 24 months, this will allow for greater clarity around future pipeline and service needs. This should enable a future procurement to have an increased level of pipeline certainty. Due to the cancellation and pausing of projects over the last 9-12 months, combined with the reduction in activity during the pandemic between 2020-2022, the anticipated spend through Healthcare Planner framework lots has been significantly below the stated contract value within the published Contract Notice. It is therefore anticipated that any future call-off from the framework during the 24-month extension period, would still not exceed the original value in the Contract Notice. It is anticipated that the volume of activity will be limited by the current capital and financial constraints. Furthermore, the Scottish Government are currently developing the Service Reform Framework which is due for publication later in 2025 and therefore it would be sensible to understand the outcomes and recommendations to be incorporated into any new Healthcare Planner framework replacement. The proposed extension letters will state that any new successor arrangements will be used once these are in place, if this is prior to the expiry of the extension. Therefore, in the event of a significant change in the current and anticipated short term capital position and or service planning pipeline, a new procurement can commence to enable a new framework or contract arrangement to be put in place prior to expiry of the proposed extension to NHSScotland Healthcare Planner framework. The justification for the framework extension shall be on the basis of Regulation 72 (1) (c). A modification notice will be issued via Public Contract Scotland portal after the issue of the VEAT notice, confirming a modification to the existing contract under Regulation 72 (1) (c). The value referred to in this notice within sections II.1.7 and V.2.4 refers to the initial value of the original framework procurement which is not anticipated to be exceeded during the extension period.

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
71000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
71000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-FTS-145161
Name
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKM
Locality
Edinburgh
Postal Code
EH12 9EB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Gyle Square, 1 South Gyle Crescent

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
BODY_PUBLIC
Scheme
TED_CA_TYPE
Description
Body governed by public law
Entry 2
Id
07
Scheme
COFOG
Description
Health

Identifier

Legal Name
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

Contact

Telephone
+44 1312756511
Organisation 2
Id
GB-FTS-145162
Name
Archus

Roles

supplier

Address

Region
UK
Locality
Bath
Postal Code
BA1 1RG
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
North Gate House

Details

Scale
sme

Identifier

Legal Name
Archus

Contact

Telephone
+44 7796121112
Organisation 3
Id
GB-FTS-145163
Name
Buchan + Associates

Roles

supplier

Address

Region
UKM83
Locality
Glasgow
Postal Code
G775FY
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
8 Barnhill Drive

Details

Scale
sme

Identifier

Legal Name
Buchan + Associates

Contact

Telephone
+44 7714677611
Organisation 4
Id
GB-FTS-145164
Name
Carnall Farrar

Roles

supplier

Address

Region
UKC
Locality
London
Postal Code
W1G 0EF
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
91 Wimpole St

Details

Scale
sme

Identifier

Legal Name
Carnall Farrar

Contact

Telephone
+44 02037707535
Organisation 5
Id
GB-FTS-145165
Name
KD Health

Roles

supplier

Address

Region
UKD6
Locality
Nantwich
Postal Code
CW5 6QS
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
137 Wistaston Road, Wiliaston

Details

Scale
sme

Identifier

Legal Name
KD Health

Contact

Telephone
+44 7753916648
Organisation 6
Id
GB-FTS-96703
Name
Currie & Brown UK Limited

Roles

supplier

Address

Region
UK
Locality
Glasgow
Postal Code
G2 7EZ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Onyx, 215 Bothwell Street

Details

Scale
sme

Identifier

Legal Name
Currie & Brown UK Limited

Contact

Telephone
+44 7902288808
Organisation 7
Id
GB-FTS-119942
Name
Edinburgh Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court

Roles

reviewBody

Address

Locality
Edinburgh
Postal Code
EH1 1LB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Sheriff Court House 27 Chambers Street

Identifier

Legal Name
Edinburgh Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court

Award information

Award 1
Id
017013-2025-1
Title
NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 1
Status
active

Suppliers

Supplier 1
Id
GB-FTS-145162
Name
Archus
Supplier 2
Id
GB-FTS-145163
Name
Buchan + Associates
Supplier 3
Id
GB-FTS-145164
Name
Carnall Farrar

Related lots

1
Award 2
Id
017013-2025-2
Title
NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 2
Status
active

Suppliers

Supplier 1
Id
GB-FTS-145162
Name
Archus
Supplier 2
Id
GB-FTS-145163
Name
Buchan + Associates
Supplier 3
Id
GB-FTS-145165
Name
KD Health
Supplier 4
Id
GB-FTS-96703
Name
Currie & Brown UK Limited

Related lots

2

Contracts and changes

Entry 1
Id
017013-2025-1
Title
NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 1
Status
active
Award ID
017013-2025-1
Date Signed
1 May 2021, 00:00
Entry 2
Id
017013-2025-2
Title
NHSScotland Healthcare Planner Framework (2018) Lot 2
Status
active
Award ID
017013-2025-2
Date Signed
6 Sept 2021, 00:00

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Edinburgh · UKM · EH12 9EB · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKM

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. ocds-h6vhtk-050798-2025-04-25T12:50:27+01:00compiled ·