Tender

National Fleet Management

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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Tender

21 Mar 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of a Fleet Management System. This procurement falls under the health industry category, located in the UKM region, specifically Edinburgh. The tender, titled "National Fleet Management", aims to manage up to 5000 vehicles and pieces of associated equipment over a contract period of 2 years, with an option to extend for up to 3 additional years. Key deadlines include the submission date ending on April 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM, followed by the award period starting the same day. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses providing fleet management services and related technical solutions, particularly those specialising in vehicle monitoring systems and equipment management. Companies that can demonstrate robust financial standing, relevant experience with similar contracts, and adherence to quality and security standards such as ISO certifications will be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract can facilitate long-term business growth, allowing for participation in an extensive network steered by NSS. Additionally, bidders are encouraged to support community benefits within Scotland, emphasizing fair work practices and carbon reduction commitments, fostering local economic development and sustainability.

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Notice Title

National Fleet Management

Notice Description

The procurement of a Fleet Management System is being undertaken by the Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) on its own behalf and on behalf of all entitles constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 (Health Boards).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The procurement of a Fleet Management System is being undertaken by the Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) on its own behalf and on behalf of all entitles constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 (Health Boards). The services may cover 5000 vehicles and pieces of associated equipment. Potentially between 150 and 200 Type A Users, and between 60 & 120 concurrent Type A Users. NSS are looking for a 2 year agreement, with an option to extend for 3 years on a year by year basis.

Renewal: There is an option to extend by three (3) twelve (12) month extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000786653
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526573
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

42 - Industrial machinery

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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


CPV Codes

42961300 - Vehicle location system

48000000 - Software package and information systems

50111100 - Vehicle-fleet management services

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

72260000 - Software-related services

72416000 - Application service providers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2025Expired
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
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
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

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