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The Provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support

NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by the National Records of Scotland (NRS) involved the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support, a pivotal initiative to support the agency’s requirements in population estimation and data handling. This procurement falls under the 'General public services' category and has been awarded to Computacenter through an open procedure. The contract, valued at £176,042.19, has been active since 24th March 2025. The procurement, aimed at ensuring cybersecurity and maintaining DEA standards, is of national scope within the UK region, with NRS operating as the central purchasing body. The process has culminated in the award and contract stages, highlighting the efficient completion of the procurement workflow.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in software reselling and support services, particularly those capable of meeting the high standards of cybersecurity and data requirements. Large-scale enterprises, such as Computacenter, are well-positioned to benefit due to their ability to handle subcontracting elements effectively. Companies looking to provide comprehensive IT solutions and support in data analytics and licensing will find this tender aligns with potential areas for growth and market expansion. As the demand for robust data management systems continues to grow within public services, companies in the tech industry can leverage this opportunity to broaden their service offerings.

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Notice Title

The Provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support

Notice Description

NRS has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support. The NRS SAS service currently provides a critical role in Population estimation and adjustment and statistical disclosure control, enabling data to be safely shared among Scottish public bodies. As well as the core SAS licenses, the associated support also requires renewal which is to ensure that NRS remain within Cyber Security and DEA requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NRS has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support. The NRS SAS service currently provides a critical role in Population estimation and adjustment and statistical disclosure control, enabling data to be safely shared among Scottish public bodies. As well as the core SAS licenses, the associated support also requires renewal which is to ensure that NRS remain within Cyber Security and DEA requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797297
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529073
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48463000 - Statistical software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£176,042 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 202511 months 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
NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mairi.bowen@nrscotland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7385418470

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 3YY
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
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529073
    The Provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support - NRS has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support. The NRS SAS service currently provides a critical role in Population estimation and adjustment and statistical disclosure control, enabling data to be safely shared among Scottish public bodies. As well as the core SAS licenses, the associated support also requires renewal which is to ensure that NRS remain within Cyber Security and DEA requirements.

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