---
title: "IT Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06581d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD"
published: "2026-02-19"
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# IT Services Framework

Buyer: EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06581d

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## Summary

The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd, located in Orkney, United Kingdom, has initiated a procurement process titled "IT Services Framework". This tender seeks a single supplier to provide IT support services, classified under CPV code 72000000, which includes consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method is open, conducted through electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. EMEC is aiming for a framework agreement lasting three years, with potential extensions of up to two additional years. Stakeholders should note the tender process is currently active, with submissions due by 26 March 2026 at 12:00 pm, and bids being opened the same day at 12:30 pm.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, notably those with experience in robust support solutions and software development. Firms with a formidable track record in service delivery and cost-effective strategies are encouraged to compete, as experience and suitability of methodologies hold substantial weight in the award criteria. As it is a single-supplier framework, successful applicants will enjoy exclusive rights to deliver IT services to EMEC, offering stability and potential business expansion through a sustainable contract with periodic renewals. This tender is particularly suited for companies focused on tailored IT solutions within the renewable energy sector.

## Notice

The objective of the Invitation to Tender is to seek tenders for a single-supplier framework agreement for IT support for the entire organisation, for a period of 3 years and with the option of two one-year extensions.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The objective of the Invitation to Tender is to seek tenders for a single-supplier framework agreement for IT support for the entire organisation, for a period of 3 years and with the option of two one-year extensions.

Renewal: Up to two renewals of one year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015220-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | £250,000 |
| 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 | EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD |
| Locality | ORKNEY |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW16 3AW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Stromness and South Isles |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 13:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015220-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.emec.org.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823257
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=823257
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=823257
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA23883
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/kirkwall-sheriff-court

## Provenance

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