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Interim 1 x Business Systems Architect

Social Security Scotland

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17 Jun 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Social Security Scotland, operating through the Scottish Ministers, has completed an open procurement process for the role of a Business Systems Architect. The contracting authority, located in Dundee, sought to fill an interim position with the contract initially spanning three months from 29th June 2026 to 30th September 2026, with the possibility of a six-month extension. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the realm of social protection and general public services, using an open procedure method. The awarded contract, signed on 8th June 2026, engages a supplier from Edinburgh, with a total potential value of £178,120.80.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses providing professional services, particularly within the IT and systems architecture sectors. The contract, though short-term, offers potential for continuity with possible extensions, presenting a chance for companies specialised in public sector solutions to strengthen ties with governmental organisations. Large firms like Harvey Nash have successfully secured such contracts, indicating a competitive but rewarding prospect for growth within the public procurement landscape. Businesses with expertise in providing specialised staffing solutions can find similar opportunities advantageous to expanding their operational scope in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim 1 x Business Systems Architect

Notice Description

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 1 x Business Systems Architect

Lot Information

Lot 1

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 1 x Business Systems Architect for an initial 3 month term with the option to extend for up to an additional 6 months. The initial term of the 1 x Business Systems Architect: 29/06/2026 - 30/09/2026

Options: There is an option to extend the term of the 1 x Business Systems Architect contract for up to 6 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834540
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558112
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

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
£178,120 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20262 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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Postcode Area
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
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Harvey Nash

Further Information

Notice Documents

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