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NSS14526 Blackline Software Systems

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

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10 Mar 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, widely recognised as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has completed the procurement process for supplying Blackline Software Systems through an open procedure under the Scottish Government Software Value Added Reseller Framework SP-21-034. Based in Edinburgh, the procurement falls within the health industry category, with the contracting stage marked as 'award'. The contract, identified by NSS14526, was signed on 9th March 2026, with a value of £287,902 GBP. The supplier selected, Computacenter (UK) Ltd, is located in Edinburgh, suggesting the local presence was a significant factor. The tender represents an extension of a previously awarded contract, allowing the continued use of the Blackline Accounts Reconciliation system.

This tender provides considerable opportunity for businesses within the software and IT services sectors, particularly those already vetted as large organisations or having capacities to handle accounts reconciliation processes efficiently. Computacenter (UK) Ltd's success highlights opportunities for businesses that can address specific software needs, potentially leading to further robust business growth in partnership with public health services. Companies versed in delivering high-quality goods and services within the framework of government criteria will find prospects in similar procurement channels. Business entities with a local base could especially benefit from engaging in such contracts, reinforcing their standing in the substantial market of public health infrastructure and administrative efficiency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NSS14526 Blackline Software Systems

Notice Description

This is an extension of contract NSS222320 to allow the authority to continue using Blackline Accounts Reconciliation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is an extension of contract NSS222320 to allow the authority to continue using Blackline Accounts Reconciliation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826049
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551396
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

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£287,902 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20266 days 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

COMPUTACENTER (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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