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Request for Information - Digital Learning Platform

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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20 Jul 2026 at 14:15

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process, seeking information for the development of a new digital learning platform. This initiative falls under the e-learning services category and is aimed at creating a comprehensive digital learning ecosystem. The procurement is focused on services and is classified under CPV code 80420000. The location for this procurement is Glasgow, Scotland, with the delivery region identified as UKM. Businesses interested should consider that the future notice date is set for 2nd November 2026. The procurement stage is planned, and it represents a strategic move in the Scottish Government's digital learning strategy, which aims to incorporate advanced technologies like AI.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the technology and educational sectors, particularly those with innovative solutions in AI-enabled digital learning platforms. Companies specialising in educational software packages, training software, and L&D technology development will find this opportunity well-suited to their expertise. Engaging in this Request for Information (RFI) gives businesses an avenue to demonstrate their market capabilities, influence future tender specifications, and potentially secure a procurement role with the Scottish Government. Furthermore, it provides a platform for industry players to provide insights on best practices and innovation in learning and development technology, thus aligning with the government's goal to enhance its digital teaching capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information - Digital Learning Platform

Notice Description

The purpose of this RFI is to gather information on market capabilities and solutions for a forthcoming procurement exercise, to supply Scottish Government with a new digital learning platform. This RFI is not a call for competition and does not form part of any evaluation or award process.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government (SG), acting on behalf of Scottish Ministers, is currently reviewing the market for a new Learning & Development platform as part of our broader digital learning strategy. We would welcome your participation in this Request for Information to help us better understand your solution and capabilities. The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to: - Understand the capabilities available in the market, specifically assessing the market maturity and supplier capability in delivering enterprise scale, AI Enabled digital learning ecosystems - Explore integration, data, accessibility, security, and ethical AI consideration - Validate assumptions around implementation timelines, migration effort, and scalability. - Identify potential suppliers - Gather insights on best practices and innovation in L&D technology - Inform the development of a future Invitation to Tender

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf0e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068338-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

48190000 - Educational software package

48931000 - Training software package

72212931 - Training software development services

80000000 - Education and training services

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Nov 20264 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 GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

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