Award

Provision of Tech Scalers

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Award

03 Aug 2022 at 00:00

TenderUpdate

16 Dec 2021 at 00:00

Tender

18 Nov 2021 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking qualified suppliers for the tender titled "Provision of Tech Scalers" aimed at supporting technology start-ups and scale-ups. The procurement process is currently complete, with the Scottish Government based in Glasgow. The tender, which falls under the services category, was conducted through an open procurement method and has a total contract value of £59,237,767. The contract was signed on 4th July 2022, and encompasses a range of community benefits aimed at fostering economic growth in Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technology education, incubation, and support services, particularly those focused on nurturing SMEs and tech start-ups. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for education in internet economy growth techniques, networking, and collaborative environments would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The initiative is also aligned with societal goals, making it attractive for businesses committed to social responsibility and community development.

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Notice Title

Provision of Tech Scalers

Notice Description

The Scottish Government is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier (thereinafter the Service Provider) with a proven track record in helping technology start-ups and scale-ups to learn, grow and achieve their ambitions. The Service Provider will undertake the administration and management of a national network of tech-scalers - new economic infrastructure to provide technology start-ups and scale-ups with the community environment, networks, support and education they need to grow.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The objectives of this contract are to: - Contribute, over time, to a sustained increase in the rate of profitable, scaled technology businesses generated by the Scottish tech ecosystem. - Create, for the first time, a truly world-class national infrastructure to co-locate, educate and scale technology companies. - Provide technology companies with free access to first-rate commercial education in internet economy growth techniques and related disciplines. - Provide technology companies with access to high-quality, long-term, flexible and affordable incubation space. - Support the creation of a world class community and market square environment; facilitating collaboration, networking and the exchange of ideas. - Provide full virtual access to commercial education and community events for technology companies unable to physically co-locate. - Provide a clear focal point for the Scottish tech ecosystem and to create a scaled, expert partner to collaborate with the broader STER programme to establish Scotland as a first rate European tech hub.

Renewal: 2 optional extensions of 12 months each

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000673104
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455395
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80520000 - Training facilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£42,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,237,767 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Jenny Lochhead
Contact Email
jenny.lochead@gov.scot, paul.packett@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 131247556, +44 1412420133

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CODEBASE

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433393
    Provision of Tech Scalers - The Scottish Government is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier (thereinafter the Service Provider) with a proven track record in helping technology start-ups and scale-ups to learn, grow and achieve their ambitions. The Service Provider will undertake the administration and management of a national network of tech-scalers - new economic infrastructure to provide technology start-ups and scale-ups with the community environment, networks, support and education they need to grow.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455395
    Provision of Tech Scalers - The Scottish Government is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier (thereinafter the Service Provider) with a proven track record in helping technology start-ups and scale-ups to learn, grow and achieve their ambitions. The Service Provider will undertake the administration and management of a national network of tech-scalers - new economic infrastructure to provide technology start-ups and scale-ups with the community environment, networks, support and education they need to grow.

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