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Quality Center (ALM) Test Management Tool

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, operating as Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland), awarded a contract titled 'Quality Center (ALM) Test Management Tool.' This contract involves the annual renewal of the test management tool, including software licensing and support necessary for maintaining formal test management activities across the organisation. The tool aids in documenting requirements, test cases, execution results, and defects. The procurement, conducted through an open procedure, falls under the services category in the health industry, primarily located in Edinburgh, UKM. The contract, valued at £49,271, was signed on 27th May 2026, and the award process is complete.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specialising in test management tools and software solutions, especially those with expertise in the health sector. It is particularly suited for large enterprises capable of offering comprehensive software solutions that enable seamless test management functionality. Engaging in such procurement allows businesses to enhance their portfolio in the public health domain and establish a foothold within Scottish public service initiatives. The project aligns with strategic goals of integrating advanced technological solutions to streamline public service delivery.

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Notice Title

Quality Center (ALM) Test Management Tool

Notice Description

The contract scope covers the annual renewal of the Quality Center (ALM) test management tool and associated software licensing and support required to continue formal test management activity across the organisation. The tool provides a central location for recording requirements, test cases, test execution results and defects, supporting traceability across builds, releases and projects

Lot Information

Lot 1

This award recommendation relates to the annual renewal of the Quality Center (ALM) test management tool through the Software Value Added Reseller Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000833167
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556798
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

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


CPV Codes

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
£49,271 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 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
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556798
    Quality Center (ALM) Test Management Tool - The contract scope covers the annual renewal of the Quality Center (ALM) test management tool and associated software licensing and support required to continue formal test management activity across the organisation. The tool provides a central location for recording requirements, test cases, test execution results and defects, supporting traceability across builds, releases and projects

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