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Events Management Software SaaS

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for an "Events Management Software SaaS" contract, specifically involving iVvY Event Management Software as a Service. This procurement falls under the industry category of services with a focus on environmental protection. The contract was awarded through a limited procurement method, using the Scottish Government SVAR Framework Agreement that appointed a sole supplier, Computacenter. Based in Edinburgh, the intended delivery region for this software service is UKM75. The contract, which became active on 27th May 2026, covers an initial three-year period with options for two additional 12-month extensions, implying potential growth and adaptability over the contract period.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses focused on supplying comprehensive software solutions in the events management sector. Large enterprises capable of integrating and possibly expanding software modules will find this contract appealing, especially considering the possibility of additional functionalities during the contract duration. It presents a clear opportunity for companies proficient in delivering high-quality software services to engage in the long-term technological support and development of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's event management capabilities. Additionally, businesses looking to leverage government frameworks for future collaborations can benefit from the prestige associated with this award.

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Notice Title

Events Management Software SaaS

Notice Description

iVvY Event Management Software as a Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

iVVY Events Management Software resold by Computacenter under the Scottish Government SVAR Framework Agreement.. Initial 3 year contract, but contract value stated in this notice covers a potential 2 x 12 month extension period.

Options: Potential additional modules may become available during the lifetime of the contract that RBGE may want to use.

Procurement Information

There was not prior call for competition because RBGE elected to use the Scottish Government SVAR Framework Agreement which has a sole supplier appointed to it.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832988
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556642
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72260000 - Software-related services

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£55,756 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20261 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
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 5LR
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Inverleith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER

Further Information

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