--- title: "Provision of a National Source-to-Contract (S2C) Solution" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056675" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056675" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056675.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056675.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2026-01-30" --- # Provision of a National Source-to-Contract (S2C) Solution Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056675 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056675) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056675.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government, through its National Collaborative Procurement Division, has initiated an active tender process for the "Provision of a National Source-to-Contract (S2C) Solution," seeking qualified suppliers for a comprehensive computer-related services contract. This procurement falls under the services category, with a focus on IT services such as consulting, software development, and support, with a delivery location in Scotland. The contract period spans 5 years with options to extend up to an additional 5 years. The deadline for tender submissions is 20 March 2026. The procurement is currently in the "tender" stage, utilising an open procedure for submissions. This initiative holds significant strategic importance, aiming to streamline procurement processes across Scottish public sector organisations. This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced in procurement software solutions. The anticipated contract value of £11.9 million signifies a significant investment in digital transformation for public procurement capabilities. Companies experienced in e-sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance management will find this tender aligns with their expertise. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions to enhance usability, improve business processes, and strengthen data management are well-positioned to compete. Engaging with this contract could not only enhance a company's portfolio and market presence but also offer the chance to establish long-term relationships with key Scottish public sector entities. ## Notice The Scottish Ministers through the National Collaborative Procurement Division of the Scottish Government has identified the need for a National Source-to-Contract (S2C) Solution, which shall be used by all public sector organisations across Scotland. It is intended that the contract shall be for a period of 5 years, with two options to extend for a period of 24 months and a final option to extend for a period of 12 months. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Government (SG), is now seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier (the "Service Provider") who will be responsible for the supply support and maintenance of a new "Source to Contract Solution", otherwise referred to as the S2C Solution and will be made available to all Scottish public sector bodies and organisations. Both the Solution and the associated Services, will form the core of the S2C procurement capability in supporting improved usability, streamlined business processes, and enhanced data management across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle. The purpose of this new service is to provide a secure, scalable, and user-focused Solution to support the full S2C processes and services. This document sets out in detail, key functional areas, service requirements, and scope of the new S2C Solution. The core functional areas in scope are expected to include: - Supplier Registration - Creation, publishing and advertising of procurement notices - Carry out low value quotations (Quick Quote) - Sourcing and tender management - Evaluation and award - Contract creation, approval, and management - Contract and Supplier management - Reporting and management information The Service Provider will be required to deliver the following high-level areas as part of the Transition, Mobilisation and Implementation phases across the Scottish public sector customer base:- - Mobilisation and project initiation - Solution design, configuration and integration readiness - Transition and implementation - Testing, Training and Readiness - Go-Live and Early Life Support Additional information: The Contract will be based on Scottish Government's ICT Model terms and conditions with bespoke amendments. Each tenderer shall be invited to submit a Tender on the same contract terms. Please note that the budget figure provided is for the full term of the contract notice, including any potential contract extensions. Renewal: The contract may be extended for a period of two, 24-month extension options and one final, 12-month extension option ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008400-2026 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | 31 Dec 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £11,900,000 | | Lots value | £11,900,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 8LU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48219300 - Administration software package - 48490000 - Procurement software package - 48517000 - IT software package - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72261000 - Software support services - 72500000 - Computer-related services ## Release History - 30 Jan 2026 at 12:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008400-2026 - 25 Jul 2025 at 14:11 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043209-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000805259 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814268 - https://www.dnb.co.uk/about-us/our-analytics/predictors-scores-ratings/scores-ratings.html - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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