--- title: "Robotics Process Automation Software Solution" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL" published: "2020-09-10" --- # Robotics Process Automation Software Solution Buyer: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549.json) ## Summary The West Lothian Council is currently initiating a procurement process for a Robotics Process Automation Software Solution, with the aim of conducting market research to inform their procurement strategy. Located in Livingston, West Lothian, the council is anticipating issuing an Invitation to Tender (ITT) within the next six months. Notably, suppliers are invited to complete a market research questionnaire, with clarification questions due by 23rd September and responses required by 28th September. This procurement falls under the goods category and is at the planning stage. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology sector, specifically those focused on software development and artificial intelligence solutions. Companies that specialise in delivering automation and digital transformation solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete, especially those familiar with public sector frameworks and the operational needs of regional authorities like West Lothian Council. Engaging in this process could enhance their market presence and contribute to local digital initiatives. ## Notice West Lothian Council wish to conduct market research for the delivery of a Robotics Process Automation Software Solution. Suppliers are required to complete the attached questionnaire. This PIN is being utilised for market research purposes only. The council intends issuing an ITT within the next 6 months. It should be noted, the council may utilise an existing framework to obtain the software solution. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The purpose of this market research questionnaire is to gather information which will be used to inform the procurement strategy for the procurement of a Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Software Solution. By enabling business process automation based on software robots / artificial intelligence (AI) workers, we believe such a solution will support WLC's Digital Strategy and wider transformation programme.. Suppliers are required to complete the attached market research questionnaire. Clarification questions must be received by 23 September, 12 noon. Please return your completed questionnaire to Anita Bainbridge by 28 September, 12 noon (anita.bainbridge@westlothian.gov.uk) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP394568 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 10 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Dec 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL | | Locality | LIVINGSTON | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH54 6FF | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM14 West Lothian | | Local authority | West Lothian | | Electoral ward | Livingston South | | Westminster constituency | Livingston | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 10 Sep 2020 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP394568 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP394568&idx=1 14th September 2020 - Market Research Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP394568 Robotics Process Automation Software Solution - West Lothian Council wish to conduct market research for the delivery of a Robotics Process Automation Software Solution. Suppliers are required to complete the attached questionnaire. This PIN is being utilised for market research purposes only. The council intends issuing an ITT within the next 6 months. It should be noted, the council may utilise an existing framework to obtain the software solution. ## Notice URLs - http:// - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=629549 - https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000629549.json.