Tender

CivTech 4.0 - Challenge 4

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Tender

15 Jul 2019 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently conducting the CivTech 4.0 - Challenge 4 procurement process in the public services sector, focusing on technology solutions that enhance access to funding opportunities for disadvantaged students. This open tender is expected to close on 12th August 2019, with submissions to be made electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The contract has a total value of £250,000 and will be delivered in Edinburgh, with bids subject to a validity period of 360 days.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in software as a service (SAAS) and educational technology solutions to make a meaningful impact. Companies with expertise in developing innovative applications that facilitate funding access and support for students facing obstacles in their studies would be particularly well-suited to participate in this procurement. Engaging in this challenge can not only expand business reach but also contribute positively to social equity in education.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CivTech 4.0 - Challenge 4

Notice Description

Students and people preparing to study can often experience barriers throughout their studies which can divert attention from their academic work. For disadvantaged students with additional support needs, accessing the funding to which they are entitled is crucial and can be more challenging. How can technology be used to enable easier access to all available SAAS funding opportunities and reduce drop-out rates for disadvantaged groups? Please visit our wiki for all info on what is CivTech and how to get involved: https://civtech.atlassian.net

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see the additional attachement for a full description of the challenge.. Challenge Page https://civtech.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/C4/pages/1252327552/4.0+C4 Link to how to apply page on our webpage where you can find a guide on, How to apply, Application form, Scorecard https://civtech.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CIV/pages/45717443/How+to+apply

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000590896
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL360409
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2019Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Maxine Mullen
Contact Email
maxine.mulen@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312445905

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

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