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title: "Network Advice Dynamic Purchasing System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000555458"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
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# Network Advice Dynamic Purchasing System

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000555458

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is currently in the active tender stage for a collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) titled "Network Advice Dynamic Purchasing System". This initiative aims to provide vendor neutral technical network advice for public sector bodies in Scotland, with a total estimated value of up to £2,000,000 (excluding VAT). The tender submission deadline is set for 2nd November 2018. Interested parties should note that potential participants must complete the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) and meet the minimum entry criteria to qualify for the DPS. The procurement process is being conducted through a selective method using an electronic submission platform, which can be accessed online.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in network services, technical consultancy, and infrastructure management. Companies experienced in vendor neutral network advice—including areas such as network security, IoT integration, and service optimisation—would find themselves well-placed to compete for contracts awarded through this DPS. With contracts likely to be of smaller value but numerous in nature, this initiative offers the potential for sustained business growth and long-term partnerships with various Scottish public sector organisations.

## Notice

The Authority is establishing a collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Network Advice. The DPS will comprise a single lot providing vendor neutral technical network advice. A key objective is to offer a straightforward, flexible and suitable route to market for Scottish public sector bodies. See section III.1.1 for details of public sector organisations who can access the DPS. No form of volume guarantee has been granted by the Authority. The Authority shall not be bound to order any of the services referred to in the description. The DPS will be open to entrants throughout its life who meet the minimum criteria.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Potential participants must complete the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) and meet the minimum entry criteria to be established on the DPS. This DPS will provide vendor neutral network advice for organisations seeking to develop , enhance and secure their network infrastructure. Network advice can be delivered as part of an organisation's strategy development or business need, through to analysis and advice on existing network infrastructure. Organisations often require vendor neutral expertise to assist in the development and delivery of specific pieces of work. Due to the wide and diverse nature of network advice, it isn't possible to list all the types envisaged - but some examples (non-exhaustive list) are; vendor neutral technical network advice including areas such as, network security, suggestions for improved energy consumption and efficiency across an organisations network, support of Internet of Things (IoT) network integration, support of Unified Communications (UC) network integration, audit and analysis of network services, network infrastructure project management, network upgrades, support in the procurement of network services, migration of existing network services, advice on network solution design and implementation of new network services and support with network estates. Participants must have at least 12 months experience delivering these types of services. Tell us about your company, services you provide and at least 2 relevant case study examples from the last 3 years. Examples from both public and/or private sector may be provided. Please try and be as concise as possible and preferably within 2 sides of A4 paper. Responses to be provided in section C- (Technical and professional ability) part 4C.1.2 of the ESPD Document.. Economic operators may be excluded from this DPS if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: An initial period of 12 months with an option for an additional 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333245 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 05.11.2018 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 9DB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 30237475 - Electric sensors
- 32400000 - Networks
- 32425000 - Network operating system
- 32428000 - Network upgrade
- 35125100 - Sensors
- 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services
- 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs
- 71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services
- 72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 72224100 - System implementation planning services
- 72710000 - Local area network services
- 72720000 - Wide area network services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79421200 - Project-design services other than for construction work

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333245

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333245
  Network Advice Dynamic Purchasing System - The Authority is establishing a collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Network Advice. The DPS will comprise a single lot providing vendor neutral technical network advice. A key objective is to offer a straightforward, flexible and suitable route to market for Scottish public sector bodies. See section III.1.1 for details of public sector organisations who can access the DPS. No form of volume guarantee has been granted by the Authority. The Authority shall not be bound to order any of the services referred to in the description. The DPS will be open to entrants throughout its life who meet the minimum criteria.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.scot/Publications/2017/03/7843
- http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement
- http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/public-bodies/about
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000555458
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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