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Provision of 4x System Developer

SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Social Security Scotland, acting through the Scottish Ministers, has completed an open procurement process to award contracts for the provision of four System Developers. This procurement falls under the industry category of general public services and is part of the Scottish Government's Temporary and Interim Staff Services Frameworks 2023 to 2027. The contracts are geographically focused on the Dundee and Edinburgh regions, with further delivery possible across regions in the UK. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the contracts were awarded on 30th April 2026 to Venesky Brown Ltd (for one system developer) and to Harvey Nash Limited (for three system developers). The initial contract terms range from May to October 2026, with potential extensions up to six months.

This tender presents multiple opportunities for growth, particularly for firms involved in IT and system development services. Businesses looking to engage in governmental contracts or specialized roles within the public sector might find these opportunities beneficial for showcasing their capabilities and enhancing their portfolios. Although the current contract was awarded to large-scale suppliers, small and medium enterprises with robust IT development services could prepare for future opportunities by aligning themselves with frameworks and processes like those used by Social Security Scotland. Such engagements not only provide revenue streams but also position companies strategically within governmental procurement ecosystems, opening doors for subsequent tender possibilities.

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Notice Title

Provision of 4x System Developer

Notice Description

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 4x System Developers.

Lot Information

Provision of 3x System Developer

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 3x System Developers for an initial 4 month term with the option to extend for up to an additional 6 months. The initial terms of the 3x System Developers are: 1x 11/05/2026 - 10/09/2026 2x 26/05/2026 - 25/09/2026. Please be aware that this is not a fixed price contract and, as such, actual spend may vary against the contract value stated above.

Options: There is an option to extend the term of the 3x System Developer contracts for up to 6 months. The estimated cost of such extensions has been factored into the contract value stated above.

Provision of 1x System Developer

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 1x System Developers for an initial 4 month term with the option to extend for up to an additional 6 months. The initial term of the 1x System Developer is: 08/06/2026 - 07/10/2026. Please be aware that this is not a fixed price contract and, as such, actual spend may vary against the contract value stated above.

Options: There is an option to extend the term of the 1x System Developer contract for up to 6 months. The estimated cost of such extension has been factored into the contract value stated above.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830574
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555548
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
£546,936 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20262 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
2
Supplier Names

HARVEY NASH

VENESKY BROWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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