---
title: "Software Value Added Re-seller Services Framework Pin-RFI"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b27d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-06-11"
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# Software Value Added Re-seller Services Framework Pin-RFI

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b27d

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is in the planning stage of creating a national collaborative framework arrangement for software and software-related services, under the procurement title "Software Value Added Re-seller Services Framework Pin-RFI." This procurement, falling under the industry category of software packages and information systems, is intended for the wider Scottish public sector. The framework aims to address the anticipated expiry of the current agreement in April 2027. Informal Requests for Information (RFI) are solicited to guide the commodity strategy, with a closing date for the RFI survey set for midday on 9 July 2026. The planned procurement operates under the Goods main procurement category and is governed by the 2014 EU Directive (2014/24/EU). The initiative will impact regions across the UK, particularly Scotland, opening up considerable business opportunities with a framework valued at £300 million.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses involved in software supply, implementation, and support. Enterprises offering commercial off-the-shelf software, helpdesk services, and related support will find this framework particularly beneficial. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as third-sector organisations, can leverage this engagement for expanded reach within the public sector market. Companies specialising in software asset management, licencing compliance, and bulk software purchase aggregation stand to gain from this collaboration. Participation in responding to the RFI may also assist businesses in aligning with the Scottish Government's evolving demand, ensuring they remain competitive and well-informed about public sector procurement processes.

## Notice

Scottish Procurement intents to create a national collaborative framework arrangement for use by the wider Scottish public sector for the provision of software and software supporting services. (Full scope to be defined). The new framework if progressed will continue from the existing Software Value Added Re-seller Services Framework Agreement which is due to expire in April 2027. Details in the link below: https://www.gov.scot/publications/software-value-added-reseller-services-framework-sp-21-034/ In order to inform the commodity strategy. Scottish Procurement is seeking views from suppliers and stakeholders via an attached RFI and questionnaire, Link below and within RFI: https://forms.microsoft.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=R3T3DoMQ7E24nyfHZQdoQOT6E2RC9ulPi7nIj0dtbV5UMFZTNVBHSjE3V1BPWVg5UUFWU0hZREUxTC4u

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Procurement intends to create a national collaborative framework arrangement for use by the wider Scottish public sector for the provision of software and software supporting services. The full scope, structure and lotting arrangements have still to be determined, however the following list provides details on the current services being offered to the Scottish public sector: -Purchase of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software & support services. -Services in support of purchased software - including but not limited to software support, software implementation services and Software as a service (SaaS). -Helpdesk facilities - a 24/7 helpdesk to provide support and advice. - Asset recording of all purchased software - Aggregation of bulk software purchases. -Running of pricing competitions between software options to identify further savings. -Provision of advice with regards to licencing. - Licencing compliance checks. - Maintenance of software licence records, software audit services, data migration services and software asset management. Suppliers and other interested parties should read and complete the attached Request for Information which includes a link to an Online Questionnaire. Questionnaire also available from the link below: https://forms.microsoft.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=R3T3DoMQ7E24nyfHZQdoQOT6E2RC9ulPi7nIj0dtbV5UMFZTNVBHSjE3V1BPWVg5UUFWU0hZREUxTC4u The survey closing time and date is midday on 9 July 2026 Additional information: Scottish public sector organisations will be able to join this arrangement at any time: the new framework will not be mandated.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055034-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| 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
- 72253000 - Helpdesk and support services
- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2026 at 09:16 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055034-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831436
- https://forms.microsoft.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=R3T3DoMQ7E24nyfHZQdoQOT6E2RC9ulPi7nIj0dtbV5UMFZTNVBHSjE3V1BPWVg5UUFWU0hZREUxTC4u
- https://www.gov.scot/publications/software-value-added-reseller-services-framework-sp-21-034/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=831436
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482
- https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/

## Provenance

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