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Performance Testing & Support

SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

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02 Aug 2022 at 15:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Qualifications Authority has completed a procurement process for "Performance Testing & Support," aimed at providing quality assurance and testing services in the information technology sector. The procurement, valued at £450,000, employed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period started on 1 April 2022 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2023. This process is classified under the CPV code 72222300, and services are to be delivered at locations in Scotland.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in quality assurance and software testing. Businesses equipped with expertise in automation and performance testing will be well-suited to compete, as the contracting authority is keen on partnering with suppliers who can demonstrate proficiency in these areas. The successful bidder, EDGE TESTING SOLUTIONS LIMITED, will provide critical services that can enhance their portfolio while enabling them to contribute to the Scottish government's technological initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Performance Testing & Support

Notice Description

testing services for Quality Assurance and Testing Engineers, Automation Engineers & Performance Testers

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-00083d2e-5117-4a87-93a0-718170be7d40
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f381d1d2-2ad7-4d10-a148-330ee256a0ff
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 5DQ
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDGE TESTING SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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