Social Security Scotland Provision of 3 x Integration Architects

SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Social Security Scotland has concluded a procurement process for the provision of three Integration Architects as described in the tender "Social Security Scotland Provision of 3 x Integration Architects." The organisation, a national agency dedicated to social protection services, is headquartered in Dundee, UK. The procurement, which falls under the services category, utilised an open procedure and is part of the Scottish Government's framework for temporary and interim staff services for the period of 2023 to 2027. The contract, signed on 29th May 2026, has an active status with a total value of £183,586.35 and includes an option for an extension up to six months. ASA Recruitment (Quick Quotes) and Harvey Nash Limited, both based in Edinburgh, were awarded the contracts. The process covered the UK region with a focus on general public services and social protection.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for consulting firms, especially those specialising in IT and integration services. Businesses equipped to deliver high-level architecture solutions within the public services sector are encouraged to engage. The tender's open procedure invites a competitive landscape, perfect for SMEs like ASA Recruitment that can offer tailored, innovative solutions. With an emphasis on the integration of technological frameworks within public service operations, firms with expertise in government contracts and a proven track record in similar projects would find this venture especially beneficial for expanding their footprint in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Social Security Scotland Provision of 3 x Integration Architects

Notice Description

3 x Integration Architects

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of 3 x Integration Architects. The estimated value of an extension is 91,606.25 GBP per role based on 6 months extension (note: the estimate and indicative maximum values are not guaranteed)

Options: There is an option to extend the term of the contracts for up to 6 months. The estimated cost of such extensions has been estimated at 274,818.75GBP.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834325
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557686
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, SME

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
£183,586 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 20264 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

ASA RECRUITMENT (QUICK QUOTES

HARVEY NASH

Further Information

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