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Award

03 Aug 2022 at 12:03

Tender

16 Dec 2021 at 12:45

TenderUpdate

16 Dec 2021 at 12:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is conducting an open tender for the "Provision of Tech Scalers," primarily targeting specialist training services aimed at fostering technology start-ups and scale-ups in Scotland. This initiative forms part of a broader strategy to establish a national network facilitating collaboration and education among technology enterprises. The tender period has been extended, with bids now due by 24 January 2022. The procurement process is currently in the active stage, reflecting a significant investment in the growth of the Scottish tech ecosystem valued at £42 million.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for businesses specialising in training services and technology solutions, particularly those capable of delivering programmes that enhance the competitiveness of start-ups. Companies with experience in educational partnerships, mentorship roles, and inclusivity initiatives would be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. The focus on community benefits also suggests that businesses that can demonstrate commitment to social value and collaboration with educational institutions will have an advantage in the tendering process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Tech Scalers

Notice Description

The Scottish Government is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier (thereinafter the Service Provider) with a proven track record in helping technology start-ups and scale-ups to learn, grow and achieve their ambitions. The Service Provider will undertake the administration and management of a national network of tech-scalers - new economic infrastructure to provide technology start-ups and scale-ups with the community environment, networks, support and education they need to grow.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The objectives of this contract are to: - Contribute, over time, to a sustained increase in the rate of profitable, scaled technology businesses generated by the Scottish tech ecosystem. - Create, for the first time, a truly world-class national infrastructure to co-locate, educate and scale technology companies. - Provide technology companies with free access to first-rate commercial education in internet economy growth techniques and related disciplines. - Provide technology companies with access to high-quality, long-term, flexible and affordable incubation space. - Support the creation of a world class community and market square environment; facilitating collaboration, networking and the exchange of ideas. - Provide full virtual access to commercial education and community events for technology companies unable to physically co-locate. - Provide a clear focal point for the Scottish tech ecosystem and to create a scaled, expert partner to collaborate with the broader STER programme to establish Scotland as a first rate European tech hub.

Renewal: 2 optional extensions of 12 months each

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f7f6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021239-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80520000 - Training facilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£42,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,237,767 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jul 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

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