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PROVISION OF SERVICE MANAGER - DIGITAL PORTFOLIO

SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Social Security Scotland, based in Dundee, has recently completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Provision of Service Manager – Digital Portfolio" under the industry category of General Public Services. This contract, awarded on the 13th of March 2026, involves the hiring of an experienced specialist to support digital portfolio planning and delivery using Agile methodologies. The procurement followed an open procedure, demonstrating transparency and accessibility. The contract’s value stands at £48,760.96, with a focus on improving strategic planning, governance, assurance processes, and digital change management across multiple portfolios. The primary delivery location for the services is within the UKM region.

This contract offers significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in digital transformation and Agile project management. With the contract awarded to Venesky Brown Ltd, a large supplier based in Edinburgh, the tender highlights the demand for businesses capable of delivering strong stakeholder management and the ability to navigate complex digital landscapes effectively. Companies applying such methodologies and possessing robust data analysis capabilities could stand a good chance of securing similar contracts. The procurement method adopted was open, thus encouraging a wide range of entities to participate and expand their business reach in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

PROVISION OF SERVICE MANAGER - DIGITAL PORTFOLIO

Notice Description

Provision of an experienced specialist to support digital portfolio planning and delivery. The individual must be able to apply Agile and iterative methodologies, contribute to strategic planning, and improve governance and assurance processes. They will support prioritisation across multiple digital portfolios, communicate digital change plans across the organisation, and provide clear data analysis and insights to inform decision-making. The role requires strong stakeholder management, the ability to manage dependencies and remove delivery blockers, and the capability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of an experienced specialist to support digital portfolio planning and delivery. The individual must be able to apply Agile and iterative methodologies, contribute to strategic planning, and improve governance and assurance processes. They will support prioritisation across multiple digital portfolios, communicate digital change plans across the organisation, and provide clear data analysis and insights to inform decision-making. The role requires strong stakeholder management, the ability to manage dependencies and remove delivery blockers, and the capability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826807
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551979
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,760 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20263 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4BF
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VENESKY BROWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551979
    PROVISION OF SERVICE MANAGER - DIGITAL PORTFOLIO - Provision of an experienced specialist to support digital portfolio planning and delivery. The individual must be able to apply Agile and iterative methodologies, contribute to strategic planning, and improve governance and assurance processes. They will support prioritisation across multiple digital portfolios, communicate digital change plans across the organisation, and provide clear data analysis and insights to inform decision-making. The role requires strong stakeholder management, the ability to manage dependencies and remove delivery blockers, and the capability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations.

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