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title: "Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04db7e"
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# Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage

Buyer: NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04db7e

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## Summary

The National Records of Scotland has awarded a contract for "Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage" under the industry category of Software Programming and Consultancy Services. This procurement process was conducted within the scope of Scottish Government's Digital Technology and Cyber Service Lot 1 - Digital Technology Projects, specifically in Edinburgh. The contract, awarded to Storm ID Ltd, aims to replace an existing on-premise data linkage solution with a new Azure-based solution to improve data linkage results, reduce processing effort, and introduce new functionalities. The procurement method used was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, reflecting the procurement stage of Award, with the contract signed on 3rd February 2025.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses involved in software development, data analytics, and cyber security services, particularly those adept at creating compliant, secure, and efficient data solutions. Companies with experience in cloud-based services and meeting stringent data governance standards are well-suited to benefit from similar government digital transformation projects. The awarded contract also includes provisions for business growth through the potential of two optional 12-month extensions, allowing opportunities for long-term engagement and development. Storm ID Ltd, a local SME from Edinburgh, exemplifies a firm with the capabilities and niche expertise required for such high-value public sector contracts.

## Notice

Award of contract following competition against Scottish Government's Digital Technology and Cyber Service Lot 1 - Digital Technology Projects. NRS ref: 17/01/01 - Probabilistic Data Matching for Data Linkage

### Lot Information

Lot 1

To scope, deliver, support and maintain a new data linkage solution that aligns with the principles and requirements of the Digital Scotland Service Standard (DSSS), hosted in NRS' existing cloud infrastructure, to replace the existing on-premise Big Match solution. The goal(s) of this project are: - - To improve data linkage results and reduce processing effort by replacing the NRS on-premise "Bigmatch" data linkage solution with an Azure based "Splink" solution, with security and data governance inbuilt; - To introduce new functionality and simplify business processes; - To have a fully tested and fully supported solution that is DEA, DPA and Cyber Essentials+ compliant; and - To migrate to the new solution as soon as possible.

Options: The contract has two optional 12 month extensions at the discretion of the Contracting Authority.

### Procurement Information

The contract is the result of a competition that was run under Scottish Government's DPS for Technology and Cyber Service Lot 1 - Digital Technology Projects

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003666-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £143,900 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 3YY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STORM ID |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2025 at 14:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003666-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nrscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789622
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00474

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