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NSS15525 Vehicle Telematics

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

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06 Mar 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement contract titled "NSS15525 Vehicle Telematics" has been awarded by The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), located in Edinburgh, UK. This contract falls under the Health category, specifically related to vehicle telematics goods. The award was finalised on 6th March 2026, transitioning from its tender initiation to the award stage. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, ensuring competitive opportunities. The contract signed on 5th March 2026 is valued at £78,172 GBP. The key locations involved include Edinburgh and other regions within the UK. This contract aims to fulfil requirements of the NP506724 Telematics Framework Guide as stated in the legal and procurement standards of Scotland.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in telematics systems and technologies, particularly those large enterprises capable of supplying intricate vehicle management solutions. EDC Systems Ltd t/a Questar, based in Luton, has been awarded this contract, emphasising the potential for large-scale business involvement from across the UK in fulfilling NHS Scotland's operational needs. Companies proficient in telematics and electronic bidding stand to benefit from similar procurement processes, offering avenues for growth in public sector contracts. Adherence to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 is vital, ensuring compliance and offering pathways for dispute resolution through the Sheriff Court or Court of Session.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NSS15525 Vehicle Telematics

Notice Description

Vehicle Telematics

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825881
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551185
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,172 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks 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

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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDC SYSTEMS LTD T/A QUESTAR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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