Planning

Application Retiral Solution

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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Planning

31 Oct 2025 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is in the planning stage for the "Application Retiral Solution" tender, focusing on software package and information systems within the goods category. This public procurement is designed to procure technology or software solutions for the Scottish Police Authority in Glasgow. This tender process is currently at the Request for Information (RFI) stage, where interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by reviewing and completing an RFI document. The process is expected to move forward with the possibility of a future procurement exercise, aiming for a more informed approach. The communication also indicates future notice details on 16th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems, especially those that can provide innovative solutions for organisational technology needs. Companies with a background in software development, IT services, and those capable of delivering robust technological platforms will find suitable prospects in this tender. Engaging in this process not only opens avenues for organisational growth but also positions businesses to collaborate with a crucial public safety body, reinforcing their presence in the public sector market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Application Retiral Solution

Notice Description

This Request for Information (RFI) is being issued to gather information from the marketplace for potential procurement options related to the provision of technology / software for an Application Retiral Solution for the Scottish Police Authority. The information gathered may inform the approach of a future procurement exercise. The RFI contains high level information regarding the project requirements and a questionnaire.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of technology / software for an Application Retiral Solution for the Scottish Police Authority. See the RFI document for further details. Additional information: Interested parties should review, complete and return the attached RFI document to the Authority by the date and time stated within.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d830
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070154-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Jan 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
martin.mcvey@police.scotland.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3004248641

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Post Town
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
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

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