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RESAS Research Delivery Framework

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, entitled "RESAS Research Delivery Framework," was conducted by the Scottish Government, with its central office located in Glasgow. This contract falls under the services category, specifically within the general public services sector, and targets the development of an online management information system to enhance research evaluation and data tracking. Situated in the UKM region, this open procurement adopted the 'Open procedure' method, culminating in its award stage on 18 June 2025. The process was completed with a contract value of GBP 354,209, signed on 15 May 2025, supporting the Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture (ENRA) Strategic Research Programme 2022-2027, which continues until 31 March 2027.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in IT services, research data management, and systems integration. The project offers a long-term engagement potential through maintaining and operating a federated research information system used by universities, research institutes, and charities. Large-scale businesses with capabilities in delivering robust, scalable software solutions to track and assess research impacts might find this contract especially lucrative. Although the contract was ultimately awarded to Elsevier Ltd, businesses operating within the EU are evidently in a favorable position to compete, demonstrated by the electronic bid submitted from within the EU.

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Notice Title

RESAS Research Delivery Framework

Notice Description

The current Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture (ENRA) Strategic Research Programme 2022-27 continues to 31 March 2027. This programme involves collaboration, co-ordination and networking across scientific disciplines and maintains long-term research programmes.In order to demonstrate research impact, value for money and accountability, systematic recording of inputs, an online management information system is required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

an online management information system is required capable of delivering the following services -Collection of grant-funded research related outputs and outcomes for research evaluation. -Track research data and evidence to assess impacts of funded research. -Federated system used by other funders with standard format. This system will be used by research institutes, universities and charities to track research and evidence for standard outcomes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000802146
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532890
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212461 - Analytical or scientific software development services

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£354,209 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 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
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

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Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532890
    RESAS Research Delivery Framework - The current Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture (ENRA) Strategic Research Programme 2022-27 continues to 31 March 2027. This programme involves collaboration, co-ordination and networking across scientific disciplines and maintains long-term research programmes.In order to demonstrate research impact, value for money and accountability, systematic recording of inputs, an online management information system is required.

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