Professional Services Framework Overview
Comprehensive information about the Professional Services Framework including categorized services, access routes, consultancy practice areas, and guidelines for framework usage. Designed for easy access to specialist providers for Central Government, Local Government, Education, and Health sectors. Incorporating Green Public Procurement measures and social considerations in procurement processes. Agreed terms and conditions streamline procurement activities and ensure efficiency in service delivery.
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Professional Services Frameworks Advisory Banking Financial Insurance Legal Research ICT Professional Services PS Index click here 1
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FRAMEWORK INDEX Green/ Social Consideration Category Project Name Slide Advisory Business, Management and ICT Consultancy Services Yes 71 Advisory Asbestos Surveys (MAS & RDAS) and Asbestos Sampling & Analysis Services Yes 72 Advisory DPS for Procurement Consultancy Services Yes 73 Architectural Services Architect Led Design Team Services for The Provision of Social & Affordable Residential Developments Yes 73 Banking Merchant Acquiring & Payment Gateway Services N/A 75 Financial Accounting, Audit and Financial Advisory Services N/A 76 Insurance Insurance Brokerage and Placement Services N/A 77 Legal Stenography and Transcription Services N/A 78 Legal Legal Services to Public Sector Bodies (excluding Central Government Departments) Yes 79 Legal Legal Services to the University Sector Yes 80 Advisory DPS for Market Research and Surveys Consultancy Services Yes 81 For upcoming Professional Services Frameworks click here 2
Business, Management and ICT Consultancy Services COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PAS122F TENDER ID 206674 Services can be accessed under the Framework using: CATEGORY Advisory 1. Direct Drawdown via Cascade: Tier 2 Applies to Lots 1-6 only and for Services Contracts where the requirement value does not exceed 49,999 (ex VAT); or 2. Mini-Competition: Tier 3 Applies to: Lots 1-6: between 50,000 and 139,999 (ex VAT) Lots 7-13: equal to or greater than 140,000 (ex VAT) The following six (6) consultancy practice areas are covered under this Framework Agreement: Business Strategy and Operations Organisational Change Management and Transformation Project, Programme and Portfolio Management (P3M) Business Process Management, Process Improvement and Process Reengineering ICT Policy and Economics SUMMARY Please refer to the User Guide available on the OGP Buyer Zone for full details. WHO CAN USE Central Government Local Government Education Health This Framework provides an easy access route to pre- selected specialist providers.Each successful Framework Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Easy Access to Pre-Selected Specialist Suppliers HOW TO USE MINI COMPETITION (> 50k: SRFT) or DIRECT DRAWDOWN (< 50k: NASF) Framework Clients may incorporate relevant Green Public Procurement (GPP) measures into specifications and Award Criteria (up to 20% of total marks) that are linked to the subject matter of the Services Contract. Good environmental practices should be employed as part of the Framework Member s normal working arrangements to contribute to energy and resource efficiency. Framework Members will be required to monitor and report on requested measurable GPP criteria where relevant to the subject matter of the Services Contract. GREEN CONSIDERATION Terms and conditions have been established and agreed. This removes the need to re-draft terms for each procurement you undertake. Agreed Terms and Conditions Framework Clients may incorporate relevant social specifications and Award Criteria (up to 20% of total marks) insofar as they are related to the subject matter of the Services Contract. Framework Members will be required to monitor and report on any measures as specified by the Framework Clients. SOCIAL CONSIDERATION The Framework removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs, using set Daily Rates (NASF) and Ceiling Daily Rates (SRFT) Efficiency and Value for Money CURRENT EXPIRY 09/08/2024 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 09/08/2026 The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. Quality of service provision TIER Tier 2 and Tier 3 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 3
Asbestos Surveys (MAS & RDAS) and Asbestos Sampling & Analysis Services COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PAS092F TENDER ID 152748 This Framework provides an easy access route to pre- selected specialist providers.Each successful Framework Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Efficiency and Value for Money The Framework removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs. All Mini Competitions will be run under the Capital Works Management Framework (CWMF), using maximum Ceiling Hourly Rates. Quality of service provision The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. In Compliance with HSA Practical Guidelines on ACM Management and Abatement (ACMs) in Workplaces, and below legislation: Waste Management (Collection Permit) Regulations, 2007, (S.I. No. 820 of 2007); European Communities (Shipments of Hazardous Waste exclusively within Ireland) Regulations, 2011 (No. 324/2011); Article 33 of the Waste Shipments Regulation (EC) No. 1013/2006. All Mini Competitions will be run under the Capital Works Management Framework (CWMF). Easy Access to Pre-Selected Specialist Suppliers CATEGORY Advisory Lot 1 Asbestos Surveys (MAS & RDAS) Management Asbestos Survey: Must locate the Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) that could be damaged or disturbed by normal activities, by foreseeable maintenance, or by installing new equipment. It involves minor intrusion and minor asbestos disturbance to make a materials assessment. Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey: Required where the premises, or part of it, needs upgrading, refurbishment or demolition. It is used to locate and describe all ACMs in the area where the refurbishment work will take place, or in the whole building if demolition is planned. SUMMARY Lot 2 Asbestos Air Sampling & Laboratory Analysis Services Sampling is to be conducted as part of the RDAS survey and on a case by case basis with the MAS surveys - where deemed necessary by the State Authority based on the associated risks. WHO CAN USE Central Government Local Government Education Health HOW TO USE Mini Competition Contractor may be required at SRFT stage to have a fully accredited QMS ISO/IEC 17020:1998 or equivalent. Hauliers must have a valid waste collection permit to collect hazardous waste. GREEN CONSIDERATION SOCIAL CONSIDERATION N/A CURRENT EXPIRY 17/11/2023 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 17/11/2023 The following is not in scope under this Framework: Works related services for the Removal and Disposal of Asbestos. TIER Tier 3 Please refer to the User Guide available on the OGP Buyer Zone for full details. For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 4
Dynamic Purchasing System for Procurement Consultancy Services COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PAS120F TENDER ID 206203 Each successful DPS Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Quality of service provision The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. Easy Access to Pre-Selected Specialist Suppliers This DPS provides an easy access route to pre- selected specialist providers. Agreed Terms and Conditions Terms and conditions have been established and agreed. This removes the need to re-draft terms for each procurement you undertake. Efficiency The DPS removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs. Best Practice Procurement CATEGORY Advisory Goods / Services covered by this DPS Procurement Consultancy Services Category 1 Procurement Consultancy Services for Public Procurement Tendering Support and General Public Procurement Information and Best Practice Category 2 Procurement Consultancy Services for Public Procurement Strategy Category 3 Procurement Consultancy Services for Public Procurement Training and Development Category 4 Multi-Category Procurement Consultancy Services Provision Category 5 Procurement Consultancy Services for Public Works and Public Works Related Procurement SUMMARY WHO CAN USE Central Government, Local Government, Education, Health, other Public Sector Bodies HOW TO USE Mini Competition OGP is seeking to promote Environmental and Sustainable Solutions through this DPS arrangement and as such there is an allocation of up to 20% for these award criteria at mini competition. GREEN CONSIDERATION OGP is seeking to promote Social considerations through this DPS arrangement and as such there is an allocation of up to 20% for these award criteria at mini competition. SOCIAL CONSIDERATION CURRENT EXPIRY 15/05/2027 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 15/05/2027 TIER Tier 3 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 5
Architect Led Design Team Services for The Provision of Social & Affordable Residential Developments COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PCE111F TENDER ID 173670 This Framework provides an easy access route to pre- selected specialist providers.Each successful Framework Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Easy Access to Pre-Selected Specialist Suppliers CATEGORY Architectural Services Architect Led Design Team Services for The Provision of Social & Affordable Residential Developments (including associated community buildings such as community facilities). The Framework was designed as a mechanism to support the overarching objectives of Housing for All and to facilitate Framework Clients in the design and earliest delivery of social and affordable housing and associated community facilities, i.e. Construction of new residential units (houses and/or apartments) to meet the needs of the relevant Contracting Authorities. SUMMARY The Framework removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs. All Mini Competitions will be run under the Capital Works Management Framework (CWMF), using maximum ceiling Percentage Fees. Efficiency and Value for Money All Local Authorities in Ireland Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) (under Section 6 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1992) WHO CAN USE The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. Quality of service provision HOW TO USE Mini Competition Specialist Environmental Consultant skills may be required by your Organisation at SRFT stage with regard to the delivery of efficiencies in design of social and affordable residential developments. The types of Specialist Skills that may be required are set out in the User Guide. OGP Reporting Requirements: Overview of sustainable elements incorporated into the design services delivered for the achievement of economy and efficiencies in design of social and affordable residential developments. GREEN CONSIDERATION Framework Clients will have discretion to implement contract management procedures and agree Service levels (SLA s) and/or Key Performance Indicators (KPI s) with the appointed service provider. High quality reporting, MI and communications. SOCIAL CONSIDERATION N/A CURRENT EXPIRY 10/10/2023 Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities: Design Guidelines (DEHLG 2007) Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas (SRDUA 2009) Housing for All - a New Housing Plan for Ireland (DHLGH) In Compliance with FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 10/10/2025 TIER TIER 3 Please refer to the User Guide available on the OGP Buyer Zone for full details. For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 076 1008000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 6
Merchant Acquiring & Payment Gateway Services COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PBF113F TENDER ID 168005 Available for immediate ordering, reduces the time and costs associated with a full procurement process Best Practice Procurement Each successful Framework Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Agreed Terms and Conditions Terms and conditions have been established and agreed. This removes the need to re-draft terms for each procurement you undertake. Efficiency The Framework removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs. Quality of service provision The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. Value for money Once a completed NASF(Notification to Activate Services Form) is in place with the supplier, you can avail of agreed contract rates. Direct Drawdown CATEGORY Banking In summary, the Services comprise of: Lot 1 Merchant Acquiring Services - The settlement services allowing the funds to pass from the end user s (Payer) account into a Framework Client s bank account for payment of items and services. SUMMARY Lot 2 Payment Gateway Services Services which facilitate a payment transaction by the transfer of information between a payment portal (such as a website, mobile phone or interactive voice response service) and Merchant Acquiring Service Provider. WHO CAN USE Central Government, Local Government, Education, Health and other Public Sector Bodies HOW TO USE Direct Drawdown GREEN CONSIDERATION N/A SOCIAL CONSIDERATION N/A CURRENT EXPIRY 30/09/2024 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 30/09/2024 TIER TIER 2 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 7
Accounting, Audit and Financial Advisory Services COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PBF109F TENDER ID 150836 This Framework provides an easy access route to pre- selected specialist providers. Easy Access to Pre-Selected Specialist Suppliers CATEGORY Financial Each successful Framework Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Agreed Terms and Conditions Terms and conditions have been established and agreed. This removes the need to re-draft terms for each procurement you undertake. Efficiency The Framework removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs. Value for money This Framework ensures value for money through the Maximum Ceiling Daily Rates achieved during the competitive process to establish the Framework. Quality of service provision The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. Best Practice Procurement Lot 1 - Accounting Services, Estimated Contract Value - ( 25,000 - 144,000) Lot 2 - Accounting Services, Estimated Contract Value - (in excess of 144,000) Lot 3 - Audit Services, Estimated Contract Value - ( 25,000 - 144,000) Lot 4 - Audit Services, Estimated Contract Value - (in excess of 144,000) Lot 5 - Financial Advisory Services, Est Contract Value - ( 25,000 - 144,000) Lot 6 - Financial Advisory Services, Est Contract Value - (in excess of 144,000) Lot 7 - Actuarial Services, Estimated Contract Value - (in excess of 25,000) Lot 8 - Pension Administration Services, Est Contract Value - (in excess of 25,000) SUMMARY WHO CAN USE Central Government Local Government Education Health HOW TO USE Mini Competition GREEN CONSIDERATION SOCIAL CONSIDERATION CURRENT EXPIRY 01/09/2023 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 01/09/2023 TIER TIER 3 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 8
Insurance Brokerage and Placement Services COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PLI116F TENDER ID 174757 Each successful Framework Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Quality of service provision The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. Easy Access to Pre-Selected Specialist Suppliers This Framework provides an easy access route to pre-selected specialist providers. Agreed Terms and Conditions Terms and conditions have been established and agreed. This removes the need to re-draft terms for each procurement you undertake. Efficiency The Framework removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs. Best Practice Procurement CATEGORY INSURANCE Insurance Brokerage and Placement Services Insurance brokerage and placement services covered by the Framework may include: General insurance programme review Annual negotiation and placement Risk profiling and risk consulting Claims management and analysis Technical and specialist services SUMMARY WHO CAN USE Local Government, Education, Health and other Public Sector Bodies (excludes Central Government Departments) HOW TO USE Mini Competition GREEN CONSIDERATION Not Applicable SOCIAL CONSIDERATION Not Applicable CURRENT EXPIRY 31/01/2023 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 31/01/2025 TIER TIER 3 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 9
Stenography and Transcription Services FRAMEWORK CODE COMMENT PLI114F TENDER ID 163600 CATEGORY Legal SUMMARY Stenography and Transcription Services to Public Sector Bodies, across 2 Lots WHO CAN USE Central Government Local Government Education Health Other Public Sector Bodies HOW TO USE Mini Competition / Direct Drawdown - Cascade GREEN CONSIDERATION Not Applicable SOCIAL CONSIDERATION Not Applicable CURRENT EXPIRY 13/6/2023 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 13/6/2024 TIER Tier 3 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 10
Legal Services to Public Sector Bodies (excluding Central Government Departments) COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PLI108F TENDER ID 166307 CATEGORY Legal Child Protection Legal Services Code Enforcement Legal Services Commercial & Corporate Legal Services Criminal Defence Legal Services Education (including regulation) Legal Services Employment, including Pensions Legal Services Finance, Banking & Insurance Legal Services Information, FOI & Data Protection, Cyber Security, IP and Patent Legal Services Procurement and Competition Law Legal Services Property, Estates and Conveyancing Legal Services Regulatory Legal Services SUMMARY WHO CAN USE Local Government Education Health Other Public Sector Bodies HOW TO USE Mini Competition & Cascade Direct Drawdown GREEN CONSIDERATION Environmental considerations are included as a self-declaration at selection criteria stage of all Legal Services FWs SOCIAL CONSIDERATION Up to 20 hours of Pro Bono hours provided on an annual basis for each Services Contract Awarded CURRENT EXPIRY 31/7/23 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 31/7/25 TIER Tier 4 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 11
Legal Services to the University Sector FRAMEWORK CODE PLI087F TENDER ID 143952 COMMENT CATEGORY Legal Services Legal Services for the University Sector, across 8 Lots as follows: Lot # Description 1 Commercial Corporate & Information 2 Estates Management & Capital Development 3 Employment 4 Intellectual Property 5 Procurement & Competition 6 University Affairs 7 Research Services 8 Multi-Disciplinary Services SUMMARY WHO CAN USE Any institution that is awarded university status, and is subject to the Universities Act 1997, during the life of this Framework Agreement HOW TO USE Mini-Competition or Direct Award by Cascade GREEN CONSIDERATION Environmental considerations are included as a self-declaration at selection criteria stage of all Legal Services FWs SOCIAL CONSIDERATION Up to 20 hours of Pro Bono hours provided on an annual basis for each Services Contract Awarded CURRENT EXPIRY 12/7/2023 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 12/7/2023 TIER TIER 4 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 076 1008000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 12
Dynamic Purchasing System for Market Research and Surveys Consultancy Services COMMENT FRAMEWORK CODE PAS121F TENDER ID 207662 CATEGORY Advisory Each successful DPS Member has been subject to a rigorous procurement process, ensuring they offer the scope and quality of services you require. Best Practice Procurement DPS for the Provision of Market Research and Surveys Consultancy Services The DPS will be divided into three (3) Categories as described below. Category 1 Quantitative and Qualitative Research/Survey Services Category 2 Secondary and Specialist Research/Survey Services, (including Social and Community based research) Category 3 Multi Category Market Research and Survey Consultancy Services Provision SUMMARY The service providers experience, expertise and commitment to quality was assessed and satisfactory performance will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis. Quality of service provision WHO CAN USE Central Government, Local Government, Education, Health and other Public Sector Bodies This DPS provides an easy access route to pre-selected specialist providers. Easy Access to Pre-Selected Specialist Suppliers HOW TO USE Mini Competition Terms and conditions have been established and agreed. This removes the need to re-draft terms for each procurement you undertake. Agreed Terms and Conditions OGP is seeking to promote Environmental and Sustainable solutions through this DPS arrangement and as such there is an allocation of up to 20% for these award criteria at mini competition. GREEN CONSIDERATION OGP is seeking to promote Social considerations through this DPS arrangement and as such there is an allocation of up to 20% for these award criteria at mini competition. SOCIAL CONSIDERATION The DPS removes the need for you to conduct full procurement exercises and/or lengthy evaluation processes, saving you the considerable time and costs. Efficiency CURRENT EXPIRY 15/5/2027 FINAL EXPIRY (if all extensions are utilised) 15/5/2027 TIER Tier 3 For further information log on to our Buyer Zone by clicking on the arrow or contact our Service Delivery team by phone 01773 8000 or by email support@ogp.gov.ie LINK TO USER GUIDE 13
Upcoming Professional Services Frameworks Category Project Code Project Name Advisory FW for Technical Advisory Services (Construction) for OGP Construction Policy Advisory PBF123F FW for Accounting Audit Financial Advisory Framework for OGP Banking PBF124F FW for Government Banking Services for the Department of Finance Legal PLI120F FW for Legal Services to the University Sector for IUA Legal FW for Provision of Services for Stenography and Transcription Services to Government and Public Sector Bodies for OGP Banking SSB049F FW for Supply of Purchasing Card Programmes to the Irish Public Sector for Office of Government Procurement 14
