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Website Upgrade

SRUC

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Award

25 Feb 2026 at 11:31

Tender

12 Nov 2025 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process initiated by SRUC involves a tender titled "Website Upgrade," categorised under software supply services in the services procurement category. With the aim to update its website CMS, Umbraco, the project promises enhanced cyber security, performance, user experience, and alignment with SRUC's sustainability goals. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage, with Codiance Limited selected as the supplier. Located at SRUC, West Mains Road, Edinburgh, the procurement method employed is an open procedure with contractual activities signed on 24th February 2026. This contract, valued at £290,000, followed an earlier tender stage that closed on 16th December 2025.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and services, particularly those with expertise in CMS systems like Umbraco. Businesses holding Umbraco Gold or Platinum certifications and ISO27001 accreditation are well-placed to compete, especially if they can provide comprehensive insurance cover as stipulated. With a focus on sustainability and technological enhancement, the project is a prime opportunity for firms agile in adapting cutting-edge technologies and adhering to high standards of quality, inclusivity, and professional ability. The tender generated significant interest with 11 bids, showcasing demand and potential competitive advantage for firms adept in software innovations and solutions meeting net zero aspirations.

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Notice Title

Website Upgrade

Notice Description

SRUC is looking to update its current external website CMS, Umbraco, to the latest version available as well as rebuild elements within it in order to take full advantage of the updated system. Key objectives for this contract include, but are not limited to: 1 mitigation of cyber security risk; 2 enhanced website performance; 3 improved user experience and accessibility; 4 improved brand consistency, uniformity, and alignment site-wide best value for money in terms of acquisition and maintenance of the upgraded website; 5 a solution that supports SRUC's net zero aspirations and Scope 3 carbon reporting.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SRUC is looking to update its current external website CMS, Umbraco, to the latest version available as well as rebuild elements within it in order to take full advantage of the updated system. Key objectives for this contract include, but are not limited to: 1 mitigation of cyber security risk; 2 enhanced website performance; 3 improved user experience and accessibility; 4 improved brand consistency, uniformity, and alignment site-wide best value for money in terms of acquisition and maintenance of the upgraded website; 5 a solution that supports SRUC's net zero aspirations and Scope 3 carbon reporting. Each Tenderer must complete and submit along with their tender the Single Procurement Document (Scotland) (SPD). The SPD sets Minimum Standards that suppliers must achieve. Within each submitted SPD response, Tenderers should note the following selection criteria : 1 It is a mandatory requirement that the tenderer holds Umbraco Gold or Platinum certification. Copies of certificates must be provided with the tender submission. Lower or alternative certification shall not be considered; 2 That they hold full ISO27001 accreditation, or equivalent. Copies of certification must be provided with the tender submission; 3 That their insurance cover meets the following levels: Employer's Compulsory Liability Insurance (GBP10 million) Professional Indemnity Insurance (GBP5 million) Public Liability Insurance (GBP10 million)

Renewal: Two further periods of 12 months, by mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dfc6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016801-2026
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


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

72262000 - Software development services

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£290,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20261 months 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
SRUC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 3JG
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
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CODIANCE

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