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Provision of Mobile Technical Advisory Services

SCOTTISH FUTURES TRUST LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Futures Trust Limited, a non-departmental public body based in Edinburgh, has undertaken a procurement process to appoint a consultant for the provision of mobile and wireless technical advisory services. This contract, titled "Provision of Mobile Technical Advisory Services," focuses on the infrastructure industry and encompasses services related to the deployment, operations, and maintenance of wireless infrastructure supporting the SFT Digital Connectivity team across Scotland. The procurement was conducted as an open procedure and has successfully reached the award stage, with FarrPoint being the chosen supplier. The contract was signed on 18 June 2025, with an initial term of 12 months and an optional 12-month extension. This endeavour had a closing date for tender submissions on 26 May 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for firms specialising in telecommunications, mobile technology, and infrastructure consulting services. Businesses providing technical advisory services, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises, have the potential to benefit from engaging in this contract. With the procurement covering wireless infrastructure across Scotland, companies with expertise in deploying, operating, and maintaining such systems in diverse geographic locations will find this contract advantageous for fostering growth and expanding their service offerings. The open procedure and framework agreement further enhance the competitive landscape, allowing adept businesses to leverage their capabilities and establish a strong presence in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Provision of Mobile Technical Advisory Services

Notice Description

SFT wishes to appoint a consultant for the provision of wireless and mobile technical advisory services for an initial term of 12 months with an optional 12-month extension. The services are for general and specific advice relating to the deployment, operations and maintenance of wireless infrastructure across Scotland supporting the SFT Digital Connectivity team. Please refer to the attached ITT for further details.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SFT wishes to appoint a consultant for the provision of wireless and mobile technical advisory services for an initial term of 12 months, with an option to extend, at SFT's sole discretion, for a further 12 months. The services are for general and specific advice relating to the deployment, operation and maintenance of wireless infrastructure across Scotland supporting the SFT Digital Connectivity team.

Renewal: At SFT's sole discretion, the agreement (with an initial 12-month term) may be extended for an additional 12-month period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797941
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532856
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£133,333 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20258 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
SCOTTISH FUTURES TRUST LIMITED
Contact Name
Paul Moseley
Contact Email
paul.moseley@scottishfuturestrust.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1315100800

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 5HE
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 West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FARRPOINT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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