Strategic Innovation and Place Acquisition Programme Framework

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to establish a single supplier Framework Agreement of a single property consultant to continue the work delivered through the Strategic Acquisitions Program (SAP), previously delivered under procurement contract P24-0005. SE requires an advisor to (i) review and enhance the existing search criteria and scoring methodology for property acquisitions that reflect current SE strategy, (ii) create a program for identification and reporting of opportunities, (iii) provide the necessary professional services to support property acquisitions in line with SE’s obligations for best value under the Scottish Public Finance Manual (SPFM), (iv) advise on appropriate technical due diligence and coordinate outputs (v) identify potential options for SE to consider (vi) represent SE in acquisition negotiations with vendors, (vii) liaise with SE’s professional and legal advisors to conclude acquisitions on satisfactory commercial terms. The services may also encompass providing advice on property appraisals, and associated commercial advice, where SE considers either working in joint venture or providing grant aid funding for existing property owners is an appropriate way to unlock sites for future development. This will also include standalone, ad hoc commercial property advice relevant to supporting the wider project above.

It is anticipated that the Framework Agreement will start in August 2024 and is anticipated to end 31 March 2027, although SE will retain the option of extension of up to an additional 12 months.