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OutSystems Services - Dynamic Purchasing System

SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Social Security Scotland involves a tender for OutSystems Services within a Dynamic Purchasing System. The process encompasses two lots: Projects and Digital Resources. The tender will remain open until January 2027, with a focus on services in the main procurement category. Businesses interested in providing Support, Maintenance, Application Development, and related services in the technology sector should consider applying.

This opportunity presents a chance for businesses in the technology services industry to engage with Social Security Scotland through a selective procurement method. The focus on OutSystems platform services offers a clear pathway for businesses with expertise in Project work or providing Digital Resources. Suppliers are encouraged to apply for one or both lots, with flexibility in meeting the scope requirements for each lot. The procurement process seeks suppliers capable of delivering quality services and complying with the specific terms and conditions set by the Scottish Government.

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Notice Title

OutSystems Services - Dynamic Purchasing System

Notice Description

The Authority has established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Outsystems Services including Support, Maintenance, Application Development, Client-Side Support and Continuous Improvement. The DPS is split into two (2) lots: Lot 1 - Projects Lot 2 - Digital Resources . No form of volume guarantee has been granted by the Authority. The Authority shall not be bound to order any of the services referred to within each lot description. The DPS will be open to entrants throughout its life who meet the minimum criteria. Suppliers should note that the Authority may incorporate a preferred bidder stage in their invitation to tender process to allow them to carry out appropriate due diligence on the preferred supplier. The Authority will have the right to request evidence that entry criteria is still valid at any point during the life of the Dynamic Purchasing System with evidence to be provided via an updated SPD to the Authority within 5 working days of request being issued. There will be an ongoing requirement for suppliers to provide management information on call-off contracts awarded under this DPS. Suppliers should be aware that there may be a requirement to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract at any subsequent Call-Off DPS call-offs may require the mandated payment of the Real Living Wage as a special contract condition, this will be determined on an individual call-off basis. It is intended that the terms and conditions applicable to Call-Offs will be the Scottish Government ICT Model Services Contract. The Terms and Conditions will be refined for each applicable Call-Off. Interested parties can apply for either or both lots. Interested parties do not need to meet all elements of the scope detailed within each lot to be awarded a place.

Lot Information

Projects

Project work to include Support, Maintenance, Application Development, Client-Side Support Services and Continuous Improvement on the Outsystems platform. Suppliers must have at least 12 months experience delivering the types of services within this lot. Provide details about the services you can provide under this lot including at least 2 case study examples from the last 3 years demonstrating experience of development and deployment of applications, client-side support, continuous improvement and or support and maintenance on OutSystems platform. Maximum 750 words per example. Examples from public and/or private sector may be provided. Please try and be as clear and concise as possible. Do not include hyperlinks or embed files to this response and ensure acronyms are explained in full. A copy of the case study evidence form can be found at section 4C.1.2 of the Single Procurement Document (SPD) Scotland within Public Contracts Scotland - Tender (PCS-T). The form should be downloaded, populated with relevant case study examples and uploaded. Suppliers should be aware there is not a requirement to provide all services within this lot, applications can be submitted for discrete elements of the services.

Renewal: This DPS is expected to run for a period of four years until January 2027. There are no time limit restrictions on a DPS and Social Security Scotland reserve the right to shorten, terminate or extend the operation of the DPS at any time

Digital Resources

Resources for a specific output to support the following areas - Support, Maintenance, Application Development, Client Side Support and Continuous Improvement on the OutSystems platform. The anticipated services and/or role profile include (but not limited to) the following: Digital Specialists Quality Assurance Network Advice Specialists Project/Programme Managers UX/UI Dev Ops Business Analysts User Researchers Software Engineers Data Analytical Specialists Solutions Architect Technical Architect Security Architect Testing Specialist Pen Testing Specialists Suppliers must have at least 12 months experience delivering the types of services within this lot. Please provide details about the services you can provide under this lot including at least 2 relevant case study examples from the last 3 years. Maximum 350 words per example. Provide evidence of experience in providing resources for a specific piece of work for development and deployment of applications and or support and maintenance on OutSystems Platform. Examples from public and/or private sector may be provided. Please try and be as clear and concise as possible. Do not include hyperlinks or embed files to this response and ensure acronyms are explained in full. A copy of the case study evidence form can be found at section 4C.1.2 of the Single Procurement Document (SPD) Scotland within Public Contracts Scotland - Tender (PCS-T). The form should be downloaded, populated with relevant case study examples and uploaded. Suppliers should be aware there is not a requirement to provide all services within this lot, applications can be submitted for discrete elements of the services.

Renewal: This DPS is expected to run for a period of four years until January 2027. There are no time limit restrictions on a DPS and Social Security Scotland reserve the right to shorten, terminate or extend the operation of the DPS at any time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000718867
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN469086
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

72222300 - Information technology services

72223000 - Information technology requirements review services

72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

72267200 - Repair of information technology software

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 202711 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
January 2027

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Megan McLuskey
Contact Email
megan.mcluskey@socialsecurity.gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412425913

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4BF
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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    OutSystems Services - Dynamic Purchasing System - The Authority has established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Outsystems Services including Support, Maintenance, Application Development, Client-Side Support and Continuous Improvement. The DPS is split into two (2) lots: Lot 1 - Projects Lot 2 - Digital Resources . No form of volume guarantee has been granted by the Authority. The Authority shall not be bound to order any of the services referred to within each lot description. The DPS will be open to entrants throughout its life who meet the minimum criteria. Suppliers should note that the Authority may incorporate a preferred bidder stage in their invitation to tender process to allow them to carry out appropriate due diligence on the preferred supplier. The Authority will have the right to request evidence that entry criteria is still valid at any point during the life of the Dynamic Purchasing System with evidence to be provided via an updated SPD to the Authority within 5 working days of request being issued. There will be an ongoing requirement for suppliers to provide management information on call-off contracts awarded under this DPS. Suppliers should be aware that there may be a requirement to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract at any subsequent Call-Off DPS call-offs may require the mandated payment of the Real Living Wage as a special contract condition, this will be determined on an individual call-off basis. It is intended that the terms and conditions applicable to Call-Offs will be the Scottish Government ICT Model Services Contract. The Terms and Conditions will be refined for each applicable Call-Off. Interested parties can apply for either or both lots. Interested parties do not need to meet all elements of the scope detailed within each lot to be awarded a place.

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