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NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

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19 May 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has initiated a tender process for NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services. This procurement aims to secure an integrated, cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Finance, HR, Payroll, and Procurement functions across all NHS Scotland Boards. The process involves selecting a Systems Implementer to design, deliver, and implement the solution. The tender is managed through a competitive procedure with negotiation under the regulations set forth by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. It targets the health industry category and pertains to services within the location of Scotland. The tender period concludes on 18th June 2025, and interested parties should submit their bids electronically via the provided platform.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in cloud-based SaaS solutions and systems integration services. Companies with experience in implementing complex IT systems within the healthcare sector will find this tender particularly beneficial. Additionally, the project requires the formation of Bidding Partnerships, fostering collaboration and innovative solutions. The anticipated total contract value of £206 million over different durations provides significant commercial potential, making this tender attractive for technology partners ready to engage in long-term strategic partnerships with NHS Scotland. Eligible businesses should be prepared to meet rigorous selection criteria, including financial robustness and technical expertise, to benefit from this transformative opportunity in public healthcare systems.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services

Notice Description

NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) wishes to procure an integrated, cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Finance, HR, Payroll and Procurement functions for all NHS Scotland Boards and a Systems Implementer to design, deliver and implement the chosen SaaS solution to meet the requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), on behalf of NHS Scotland, is conducting a single procurement process which integrates both aspects of the scope for NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services through a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (under Regulation 30 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015). NHS Scotland requires the SaaS Technology and System Integrator suppliers to work together in partnership from the outset ("Bidding Partnership") to jointly propose a cohesive solution and delivery approach which meets NHS Scotland's outcome-based requirements and demonstrates they are a compatible supplier partnership. There will be one procurement exercise, but two separate national contracts will be created: a contract between NSS and the System Integrator for the delivery of the implementation services a contract between NSS and the Technology Platform vendor for the consumption of the technology services. The contract value listed in sections II.1.5 and II.2.6 includes the initial contract durations and the optional extension periods. The split is as follows: Systems Integrator - 56m GBP SaaS Technology - 120m GBP The initial contract duration listed in section II.2.7 is split as follows: Systems Integrator - 36 months SaaS Technology - 156 months

Renewal: Each contract will include the option to extend for up to two periods of 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530627
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£206,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£206,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530627
    NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services - NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) wishes to procure an integrated, cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Finance, HR, Payroll and Procurement functions for all NHS Scotland Boards and a Systems Implementer to design, deliver and implement the chosen SaaS solution to meet the requirements.

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