Scottish Procurement Standard Forms & Documentation

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All Scottish Procurement Directorate (SPD) standard forms and documentation are available as templates from SPD: Policy, Systems and Administration (PSA).

SPD will continue to develop and improve the range of standard forms and documentation, and PSA Branch would therefore welcome suggestions for improvement. Suggestions should be emailed to ScottishProcurementDirectorate@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

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Use of Consultancy Procedures for the Scottish Government (professional services)

It is essential that the Scottish Government makes the best use of its resources. This procedure documentation seeks to ensure best use of resources in engagement and use of consultants.

Use of Consultancy Procedures for the Scottish Government

Policy Manual

The Procurement Policy Manual sets out the Scottish Government's Procurement Policy. It applies to all procurement, e.g. goods, services (including consultancies and research) and works/construction. more

Sponsorship

The Scottish Government encourages the involvement of the private and voluntary sectors in the sponsorship of government activities wherever appropriate. more

Sponsorship Guidance

Request for Procurement Action

Request for Procurement Action Proforma

Delegated Purchasing Authority (DPA)

DPA Proforma

DPA Training Checklist

Internal Checks

Example of a Project Plan

Procurement Strategy Template

Reference Check Form

Site Visit Check Form

Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ)

Pre Qualification Questionnaire

PQQ Guidance Note

Invitation to Tender (ITT)

ITT Low Value Purchases