--- title: "Software and Software Support Framework" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2021-08-09" --- # Software and Software Support Framework Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government is planning to establish a national collaborative framework for the provision of software and software support services. This procurement, titled "Software and Software Support Framework," is categorised under general public services in the IT industry and will take place in Glasgow, UK. The communication regarding this planned procurement is ongoing, with a Request for Information (RFI) process set to close at midday on 20 August 2021. Interested suppliers are encouraged to participate in the RFI to inform the development of the framework, following the expiration of the current NHS Software Value Added Reseller agreement in June 2022. This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in software development, support services, and related IT services. Companies capable of delivering commercial off-the-shelf software, software-as-a-service (SaaS), or providing consultancy on licensing and software asset management would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and third-sector organisations may also benefit from participating, with support available through the Supplier Development Programme to enhance their chances of winning contracts within the public sector. ## Notice 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 (full scope to be defined). The new framework will build on the success of the current NHS Software Value Added Reseller (SVAR) agreement which is due to expire in June 2022 . Details at the link below: https://www.gov.scot/publications/software-value-added-re-seller-framework/ In order to inform the commodity strategy, Scottish Procurement is seeking views from suppliers and stakeholders . ### 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 following Request for Information (RFI) Online Questionnaire accessible via the link below: https://response.questback.com/scottishgovernment/4k1tstzpyw The survey closing time and date is midday on 20 August 2021.. 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 | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423872 | | 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 | 9 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 18 Oct 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000,000 | | 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 - 9 Aug 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423872 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423872 Software and Software Support Framework - 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 (full scope to be defined). The new framework will build on the success of the current NHS Software Value Added Reseller (SVAR) agreement which is due to expire in June 2022 . Details at the link below: https://www.gov.scot/publications/software-value-added-re-seller-framework/ In order to inform the commodity strategy, Scottish Procurement is seeking views from suppliers and stakeholders . ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.scotland.gov.scot - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000661777 - https://response.questback.com/scottishgovernment/4k1tstzpyw - https://www.gov.scot/publications/software-value-added-re-seller-framework/ - https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/?utm_source=pcs&utm_medium=frontpage&utm_content=march16&utm_campaign=SDP03 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000661777. 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