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IT Services Framework

EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD

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19 Feb 2026 at 13:14

Summary of the contracting process

The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd, located in Orkney, United Kingdom, has initiated a procurement process titled "IT Services Framework". This tender seeks a single supplier to provide IT support services, classified under CPV code 72000000, which includes consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method is open, conducted through electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. EMEC is aiming for a framework agreement lasting three years, with potential extensions of up to two additional years. Stakeholders should note the tender process is currently active, with submissions due by 26 March 2026 at 12:00 pm, and bids being opened the same day at 12:30 pm.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, notably those with experience in robust support solutions and software development. Firms with a formidable track record in service delivery and cost-effective strategies are encouraged to compete, as experience and suitability of methodologies hold substantial weight in the award criteria. As it is a single-supplier framework, successful applicants will enjoy exclusive rights to deliver IT services to EMEC, offering stability and potential business expansion through a sustainable contract with periodic renewals. This tender is particularly suited for companies focused on tailored IT solutions within the renewable energy sector.

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Notice Title

IT Services Framework

Notice Description

The objective of the Invitation to Tender is to seek tenders for a single-supplier framework agreement for IT support for the entire organisation, for a period of 3 years and with the option of two one-year extensions.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The objective of the Invitation to Tender is to seek tenders for a single-supplier framework agreement for IT support for the entire organisation, for a period of 3 years and with the option of two one-year extensions.

Renewal: Up to two renewals of one year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06581d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015220-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD
Contact Name
Mike Partridge
Contact Email
procurement@emec.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1856852060

Buyer Location

Locality
ORKNEY
Postcode
KW16 3AW
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Stromness and South Isles
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

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