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14 Jul 2026 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting authority, Bòrd na Gàidhlig, is actively seeking proposals for the "Provision of a fully managed IT service" in the services category. This open tender relates to the Gaelic Language Development industry and is situated in Scotland, specifically in the UKM region. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions required to be made electronically by 6th August 2026 at 12:00 BST. The successful bidder will be awarded soon after, with services needed for a contract period of 720 days and potential renewals available for three additional 12-month periods.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for IT service providers, particularly those experienced with comprehensive IT management solutions. Companies capable of delivering robust and reliable IT services within a public sector framework will be well-positioned to compete. Offering electronic ordering, invoicing, and payments, the tender also provides a chance for businesses to expand their footprints within the Scottish public sector. With the potential for long-term engagement through possible renewals, successful bidders can enhance their business growth by establishing a strong partnership with Bòrd na Gàidhlig. The tender is open to submissions in English and Gaelic, broadening the scope for diverse business participation.

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Notice Title

Provision of a fully managed IT service

Notice Description

Provision of a fully managed IT service

Lot Information

Lot 1

As per the attached tender document

Renewal: 3 periods of 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835929
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560076
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£143,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Bòrd na Gàidhlig
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 8NW
Postcode Area
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

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