This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

08 May 2026 at 14:54

Tender

12 Feb 2025 at 15:21

Planning

03 Jul 2024 at 15:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) has completed the procurement process for a new Lobbying Register System, intended to replace the existing framework. This contract, under the category of software package and information systems (CPV 48000000), encompasses the supply, hosting, maintenance, and support of a cloud-based online system. The awarded contract, valued at £785,000, was assigned to Fortesium Ltd., with the final agreement signed on 26 September 2025. The process, guided by the procurement method of a competitive procedure with negotiation, involved a selective approach targeting suitable vendors, particularly SMEs. This project was carried out in the UK, at The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh (region UKM75), and aligns with the industry's evolving requirements under the Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016.

This initiative opens up notable opportunities for IT and software companies specialising in cloud-based solutions and system integration. Firms equipped with experience in database management systems, web accessibility compliance, and cybersecurity will find themselves well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in the future. By fostering competitive tenders, such projects encourage innovation and the potential for vendors to expand their horizons within the public sector. The procurement highlights fair work practices, sustainability, and community benefits, making it a fitting match for businesses aiming to contribute positively towards these values while building robust client relationships with legislative bodies.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Lobbying Register System

Notice Description

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) wishes to procure and invest in a new fit for purpose Lobbying Register system to replace the current system and require a Contractor to provide, host, maintain and support a cloud-based online system.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) require a Contractor to provide, host, maintain and support an online Lobbying Register System.

Renewal: The SPCB may award up to 8 years optional extension, at the sole discretion of the SPCB.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047a58
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042666-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48611000 - Database software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£785,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 2025Expired
Award Date
25 Sep 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
In advance of the expiry of the Contract.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH99 1SP
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORTESIUM

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