--- title: "Licensing System" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c8ed" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c8ed" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c8ed.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c8ed.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-12" --- # Licensing System Buyer: EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c8ed [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c8ed) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c8ed.json) ## Summary The procurement process for a new Licensing System by East Lothian Council's Licensing Authority culminated with the contract award to NEC Software Solutions UK Limited. This initiative aimed to replace the existing IT system with a modern, fully digital solution for managing licenses, compatible with both internal and external consultation partners. Categorised under the industry classification of IT services, it highlights key aspects such as consulting, software development, Internet services, and support. This open procedure, part of the award stage, was concluded with the contract signing on 4 March 2026. The valued project is set at £256,925 and will be executed in East Lothian, UK. This tender offers significant growth opportunities, especially for businesses specialising in IT services, software development, and digital transformation solutions. Companies with capabilities in providing integrated digital services and strong consulting backgrounds would have been well-placed to compete for such contracts. The high percentage allocated to quality (70%) in the award criteria underscores the importance of delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions, making it an attractive prospect for both established IT firms and SMEs looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector. The focus on a digital approach aligns with long-term trends in governmental digitalisation efforts, potentially opening up ongoing collaboration opportunities. ## Notice East Lothian Council's Licensing Authority are looking to replace their current IT system with an improved IT solution which will deliver a fully digital service for both customers, the licensing authority and its internal and external consultation partners. ### Lot Information Lot 1 East Lothian Council's Licensing Authority are looking to replace their current IT system with an improved IT solution which will deliver a fully digital service for both customers, the licensing authority and its internal and external consultation partners. Renewal: +1 Year +1 Year ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022143-2026 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | 1 Jun 2025 | | Award date | 4 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | July 2028 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £256,925 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active, Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL | | Locality | HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH41 3HA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian | | Local authority | East Lothian | | Electoral ward | Haddington and Lammermuir | | Westminster constituency | Lothian East | | Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72212900 - Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems ## Release History - 12 Mar 2026 at 09:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022143-2026 - 14 Aug 2025 at 10:10 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048669-2025 - 22 Jul 2025 at 10:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041949-2025 - 22 Jul 2025 at 10:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041934-2025 - 22 Jul 2025 at 10:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041932-2025 - 17 Dec 2024 at 16:50 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040677-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000786087 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804974 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00181 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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