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Software and Software Support Framework

Scottish Government

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09 Aug 2021 at 01:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is planning to establish a national collaborative framework for the provision of software and software support services. This procurement, titled "Software and Software Support Framework," is categorised under general public services in the IT industry and will take place in Glasgow, UK. The communication regarding this planned procurement is ongoing, with a Request for Information (RFI) process set to close at midday on 20 August 2021. Interested suppliers are encouraged to participate in the RFI to inform the development of the framework, following the expiration of the current NHS Software Value Added Reseller agreement in June 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in software development, support services, and related IT services. Companies capable of delivering commercial off-the-shelf software, software-as-a-service (SaaS), or providing consultancy on licensing and software asset management would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and third-sector organisations may also benefit from participating, with support available through the Supplier Development Programme to enhance their chances of winning contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Software and Software Support Framework

Notice Description

Scottish Procurement intends to create a national collaborative framework arrangement for use by the wider Scottish public sector for the provision of software and software supporting services (full scope to be defined). The new framework will build on the success of the current NHS Software Value Added Reseller (SVAR) agreement which is due to expire in June 2022 . Details at the link below: https://www.gov.scot/publications/software-value-added-re-seller-framework/ In order to inform the commodity strategy, Scottish Procurement is seeking views from suppliers and stakeholders .

Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Procurement intends to create a national collaborative framework arrangement for use by the wider Scottish public sector for the provision of software and software supporting services. The full scope, structure and lotting arrangements have still to be determined however the following list provides details on the current services being offered to the Scottish public sector: - Purchase of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software & support services - Services in support of purchased software - including but not limited to software support, software implementation services and Software as a Service (SaaS). - Helpdesk facilities - a 24/7 helpdesk to provide support and advice - Asset recording of all purchased software - Aggregation of bulk software purchases - Running of pricing competitions between software options to identify further savings; - Provision of advice with regards to licencing. - Licencing compliance checks - Maintenance of software licence records, software audit services, data migration services and software asset management Suppliers and other interested parties should read and complete the following Request for Information (RFI) Online Questionnaire accessible via the link below: https://response.questback.com/scottishgovernment/4k1tstzpyw The survey closing time and date is midday on 20 August 2021.. Scottish public sector organisations will be able to join this arrangement at any time; the new framework will not be mandated.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423872
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information 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

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

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72253000 - Helpdesk and support services

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Aug 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Oct 2021Expired
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Postcode Area
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

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423872
    Software and Software Support Framework - Scottish Procurement intends to create a national collaborative framework arrangement for use by the wider Scottish public sector for the provision of software and software supporting services (full scope to be defined). The new framework will build on the success of the current NHS Software Value Added Reseller (SVAR) agreement which is due to expire in June 2022 . Details at the link below: https://www.gov.scot/publications/software-value-added-re-seller-framework/ In order to inform the commodity strategy, Scottish Procurement is seeking views from suppliers and stakeholders .

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