Planning

Fully managed IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC), Innerleithen

SOUTH OF SCOTLAND ENTERPRISE AGENCY

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Planning

18 May 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The South of Scotland Enterprise Agency is in the planning stage of a procurement process to secure a fully managed IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC) in Innerleithen. The tender, titled "Fully managed IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC), Innerleithen," falls within the goods industry category and focuses on IT equipment and network infrastructure. The deadline for expression of interest is set for 3rd August 2026, with the award period commencing on 24th August 2026. The procurement process, initiated as a tender, involves an estimated contract value of £300,000 and is conducted using electronic submission methods.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in IT services and infrastructure to expand their client base and showcase their capabilities in delivering comprehensive managed IT solutions. Companies that provide end-to-end IT service management, including design, installation, and ongoing support, are well-suited to compete. The successful supplier will play an integral role in ensuring the technological foundation of the MTBIC, which aims to become a hub for innovation and business growth in the region. Skills in network configuration, IT security, and managed service provision will be essential for participants looking to participate in this tender.

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Notice Title

Fully managed IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC), Innerleithen

Notice Description

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) are notifying the market of a potential market opportunity for a supplier to deliver a fully managed, end-to-end IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC) facility. This is to include the design, supply, installation, configuration, and ongoing support and operation of all IT equipment, network infrastructure, and associated services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) are notifying the market of a potential market opportunity for a supplier to deliver a fully managed, end-to-end IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC) facility. This is to include the design, supply, installation, configuration, and ongoing support and operation of all IT equipment, network infrastructure, and associated services. The MTBIC is a new build, being built in partnership with Hub South East. Morrisons are the main contractor. The appointed supplier will need to source, provide and install all required equipment per an IT matrix that has been produced and will be issued as part of the tender documentation. They will also need to provide a managed service provision to the tenants and SOSE within the building. Key requirements will likely include but will not be limited to: - Full Wi-Fi network, both internal and external - EDUROM Network - Ability for segregation of network to tenants - Ability to link into fire alarm and CCTV systems where appropriate - Managed service provision - Ability to live stream from the building - Potential for 100 concurrent users at select times - IT security compliant with relevant statutory requirements - Managed and maintained equipment - Service desk provision SOSE will require a comprehensive service, from inception to completion. The MTBIC is a brand new building, and the contractor will provide the cable routes and CAT install but SOSE is required to undertake all other aspects. Any infrastructure required e.g. WAPs, cabinets will need to be costed and provided for as part of this tender. SOSE will not be seeking discrete components or partial delivery -- the requirement is for a single, fully managed service covering all IT and network requirements for the building. The purpose of the MTBIC is to provide workshop space to companies interested in developing new and exciting technology, hot desk space and office space, events space both internal and external. This is to be a hub out of which businesses will operate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831971
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556063
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

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


CPV Codes

32410000 - Local area network

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 20264 months to go
Future Notice Date
3 Aug 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH OF SCOTLAND ENTERPRISE AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 4TA
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM91 Scottish Borders

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556063
    Fully managed IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC), Innerleithen - South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) are notifying the market of a potential market opportunity for a supplier to deliver a fully managed, end-to-end IT service for the Mountainbike Innovation Centre (MTBIC) facility. This is to include the design, supply, installation, configuration, and ongoing support and operation of all IT equipment, network infrastructure, and associated services.

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