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Backup Server Replacement

SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), in collaboration with Scotland Excel as the executing body, has completed the procurement process for a "Backup Server Replacement". This initiative falls under the services category, specifically focusing on IT infrastructure, and was executed using an open procurement method. The service is centrally procured by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, headquartered at Westburn Drive, Cambuslang. Although the procurement process is complete, the execution stage is active, with Proact IT UK Ltd awarded the contract valued at £501,760.94. This contract was signed on 20 April 2026. The entire process adheres to the open procedure within the Digital Workspace Solutions 2 (DWS2) Framework and is located within the UKM region.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced in providing enterprise backup solutions. Given the open method of procurement and the significant contract value, large enterprises, especially those capable of handling extensive IT frameworks, are ideal candidates for future similar contracts. Engaging with contracts from such authorities as the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service not only enhances a company's portfolio by involving high-profile public sector projects but also establishes a presence in the competitive public procurement space, potentially opening doors to more significant opportunities across the UK.

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Notice Title

Backup Server Replacement

Notice Description

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Digital and Technology Services (DaTS) function currently provides enterprise backup of data and server infrastructure.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This was a direct award call off from the NHS Digital Workspace Solutions 2 (DWS2) Framework.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832568
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556308
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
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

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


CPV Codes

48710000 - Backup or recovery software package

48820000 - Servers

48821000 - Network servers

48823000 - File servers

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£501,760 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20261 months 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
SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBUSLANG
Postcode
G72 7NA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Cambuslang East
Westminster Constituency
Rutherglen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROACT IT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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