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Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage

NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND

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04 Feb 2025 at 14:34

Summary of the contracting process

The National Records of Scotland has awarded a contract for "Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage" under the industry category of Software Programming and Consultancy Services. This procurement process was conducted within the scope of Scottish Government's Digital Technology and Cyber Service Lot 1 - Digital Technology Projects, specifically in Edinburgh. The contract, awarded to Storm ID Ltd, aims to replace an existing on-premise data linkage solution with a new Azure-based solution to improve data linkage results, reduce processing effort, and introduce new functionalities. The procurement method used was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, reflecting the procurement stage of Award, with the contract signed on 3rd February 2025.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses involved in software development, data analytics, and cyber security services, particularly those adept at creating compliant, secure, and efficient data solutions. Companies with experience in cloud-based services and meeting stringent data governance standards are well-suited to benefit from similar government digital transformation projects. The awarded contract also includes provisions for business growth through the potential of two optional 12-month extensions, allowing opportunities for long-term engagement and development. Storm ID Ltd, a local SME from Edinburgh, exemplifies a firm with the capabilities and niche expertise required for such high-value public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage

Notice Description

Award of contract following competition against Scottish Government's Digital Technology and Cyber Service Lot 1 - Digital Technology Projects. NRS ref: 17/01/01 - Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage

Lot Information

Lot 1

To scope, deliver, support and maintain a new data linkage solution that aligns with the principles and requirements of the Digital Scotland Service Standard (DSSS), hosted in NRS' existing cloud infrastructure, to replace the existing on-premise Big Match solution. The goal(s) of this project are: - - To improve data linkage results and reduce processing effort by replacing the NRS on-premise "Bigmatch" data linkage solution with an Azure based "Splink" solution, with security and data governance inbuilt; - To introduce new functionality and simplify business processes; - To have a fully tested and fully supported solution that is DEA, DPA and Cyber Essentials+ compliant; and - To migrate to the new solution as soon as possible.

Options: The contract has two optional 12 month extensions at the discretion of the Contracting Authority.

Procurement Information

The contract is the result of a competition that was run under Scottish Government's DPS for Technology and Cyber Service Lot 1 - Digital Technology Projects

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04db7e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003666-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£143,900 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20251 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
NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Jenna Morrison
Contact Email
jenna.morrison@nrscotland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313144215

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 3YY
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 North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STORM ID

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