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Drinking Water Quality Data Management System

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has recently completed a procurement process for a Drinking Water Quality Data Management System, which is critical in ensuring the ongoing provision of accurate and up-to-date information regarding drinking water quality in Scotland. The contract, awarded to Exception Ltd, was placed through an open procurement method and is valued at £858,560. The contract was signed on 5th January 2022 and is part of the services category, specifically aimed at enhancing environmental protection within the public sector. This procurement falls under the jurisdiction of Edinburgh, UK, and relates to the country's national water quality regulatory framework.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in technological services and data management systems, particularly those experienced in the water quality sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer innovative digital solutions for environmental monitoring and reporting would be well-suited to compete in such tenders. Companies looking to expand their footprint within the public sector can benefit from engaging with the Scottish Government, given their focus on ensuring the safety and reliability of drinking water across the region.

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Notice Title

Drinking Water Quality Data Management System

Notice Description

The Scottish Government had a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of a replacement Drinking Water Quality Data Management System.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Drinking Water Quality Regulator (DWQR) is the independent regulator of drinking water for Scotland and is assisted by the Drinking Water Quality Division (DWQD) of the Scottish Government, which aims to provide assurance to the public that drinking water in Scotland is safe to drink. The DWQR relies on the availability of accurate, complete and up to date information on drinking water quality in order to fulfil her statutory obligations, report back to Scottish Ministers and ensure DWQR's business continuity. The design and delivery of a replacement system is required to ensure the ongoing provision of accurate water quality data.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000680600
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN438526
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£858,560 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20224 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXCEPTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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