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title: "Provision of Permanent Recruitment Support to Information Systems Division (ISD) - Security & Architecture roles"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000661851"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2021-07-27"
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# Provision of Permanent Recruitment Support to Information Systems Division (ISD) - Security & Architecture roles

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000661851

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is seeking support for the provision of permanent recruitment services targeted at filling key digital, data, and technology roles within their Information Systems Division (ISD). The tender, titled "Provision of Permanent Recruitment Support to Information Systems Division (ISD) – Security & Architecture roles," is currently in the Award stage following a successful open procurement process. The contract valued at £41,400 was signed on 7th July 2021 and focuses on recruiting for positions such as Security Architect and Head of Cyber Security, essential for delivering digital services across Scotland.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for recruitment agencies, particularly those specialising in IT and cyber security, to expand their client base by providing tailored services to a key government body. Businesses experienced in sourcing candidates for high-demand sectors within the public sector, especially those familiar with the Scottish Government's hiring practices and needs, would be well-suited to compete. The growing emphasis on digital security roles also underscores a shift in hiring priorities, making this an ideal time for SMEs in the recruitment sector to engage with the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

Information Systems Division (ISD) (part of the Agriculture & Rural Economy Directorate within the Scottish Government) has identified a need for a search campaign targeting relevant candidates to support recruitment of permanent resources into key digital, data and technology (DDaT) positions. These positions are Security Architect; Data Architect and Head of Cyber Security. These roles are key to supporting a variety of digital services including essential payments services to customers across Scotland. The Supplier must actively promote the benefits of the role and permanent employment within ISD effectively to the market.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of permanent recruitment support for a search campaign targeting relevant candidates for key digital, data and technology (DDaT) positions. These positions are Security Architect; Data Architect and Head of Cyber Security. The Supplier must actively promote the benefits of the role and permanent employment within ISD effectively to the market.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL422272 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £41,400 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH11 3XD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Sighthill/Gorgie |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLOBAL RESOURCING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL422272

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL422272
  Provision of Permanent Recruitment Support to Information Systems Division (ISD) - Security & Architecture roles - Information Systems Division (ISD) (part of the Agriculture & Rural Economy Directorate within the Scottish Government) has identified a need for a search campaign targeting relevant candidates to support recruitment of permanent resources into key digital, data and technology (DDaT) positions. These positions are Security Architect; Data Architect and Head of Cyber Security. These roles are key to supporting a variety of digital services including essential payments services to customers across Scotland. The Supplier must actively promote the benefits of the role and permanent employment within ISD effectively to the market.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000661851

## Provenance

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