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title: "Website Upgrade"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dfc6"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SRUC"
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# Website Upgrade

Buyer: SRUC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dfc6

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## Summary

The contracting process initiated by SRUC involves a tender titled "Website Upgrade," categorised under software supply services in the services procurement category. With the aim to update its website CMS, Umbraco, the project promises enhanced cyber security, performance, user experience, and alignment with SRUC's sustainability goals. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage, with Codiance Limited selected as the supplier. Located at SRUC, West Mains Road, Edinburgh, the procurement method employed is an open procedure with contractual activities signed on 24th February 2026. This contract, valued at £290,000, followed an earlier tender stage that closed on 16th December 2025.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and services, particularly those with expertise in CMS systems like Umbraco. Businesses holding Umbraco Gold or Platinum certifications and ISO27001 accreditation are well-placed to compete, especially if they can provide comprehensive insurance cover as stipulated. With a focus on sustainability and technological enhancement, the project is a prime opportunity for firms agile in adapting cutting-edge technologies and adhering to high standards of quality, inclusivity, and professional ability. The tender generated significant interest with 11 bids, showcasing demand and potential competitive advantage for firms adept in software innovations and solutions meeting net zero aspirations.

## Notice

SRUC is looking to update its current external website CMS, Umbraco, to the latest version available as well as rebuild elements within it in order to take full advantage of the updated system. Key objectives for this contract include, but are not limited to: 1 mitigation of cyber security risk; 2 enhanced website performance; 3 improved user experience and accessibility; 4 improved brand consistency, uniformity, and alignment site-wide best value for money in terms of acquisition and maintenance of the upgraded website; 5 a solution that supports SRUC's net zero aspirations and Scope 3 carbon reporting.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SRUC is looking to update its current external website CMS, Umbraco, to the latest version available as well as rebuild elements within it in order to take full advantage of the updated system. Key objectives for this contract include, but are not limited to: 1 mitigation of cyber security risk; 2 enhanced website performance; 3 improved user experience and accessibility; 4 improved brand consistency, uniformity, and alignment site-wide best value for money in terms of acquisition and maintenance of the upgraded website; 5 a solution that supports SRUC's net zero aspirations and Scope 3 carbon reporting. Each Tenderer must complete and submit along with their tender the Single Procurement Document (Scotland) (SPD). The SPD sets Minimum Standards that suppliers must achieve. Within each submitted SPD response, Tenderers should note the following selection criteria : 1 It is a mandatory requirement that the tenderer holds Umbraco Gold or Platinum certification. Copies of certificates must be provided with the tender submission. Lower or alternative certification shall not be considered; 2 That they hold full ISO27001 accreditation, or equivalent. Copies of certification must be provided with the tender submission; 3 That their insurance cover meets the following levels: Employer's Compulsory Liability Insurance (GBP10 million) Professional Indemnity Insurance (GBP5 million) Public Liability Insurance (GBP10 million)

Renewal: Two further periods of 12 months, by mutual agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016801-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £290,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SRUC |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 3JG |
| 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 | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CODIANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services
- 72262000 - Software development services
- 72268000 - Software supply services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 11:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016801-2026
- 12 Nov 2025 at 15:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073253-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.sruc.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815546
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00021

## Provenance

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