---
title: "iSeries Support & Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000790406"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-07-16"
---

# iSeries Support & Maintenance

Buyer: SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000790406

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## Summary

The Scottish Qualifications Authority has completed the award process for the contract titled "iSeries Support & Maintenance," focusing on providing services such as maintenance and support for IBM iSeries systems located in Glasgow and Dalkeith. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure within the services category and was completed on 16th July 2025. The contract, valued at £18,504, was formally awarded to Walker Technology Solutions Ltd, an SME, on 6th May 2025. The engaging process was managed from the Scottish Qualifications Authority's headquarters in Midlothian.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in IT support services, particularly those experienced in IBM systems. The ongoing maintenance and support required for the iSeries systems suggest a long-term engagement, suitable for IT companies looking to expand their Scottish clientele. SMEs with expertise in software maintenance and electronic submission systems are especially well-suited to compete in such opportunities, given the streamlined procurement method and the strategic emphasis on electronic solutions from the Scottish Qualifications Authority.

## Notice

Services for the Maintenance and Support of our IBM iSeries located in our Glasgow and Dalkeith Offices. Licences and powerdown support are also required

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Services for the Maintenance and Support of our IBM iSeries located in our Glasgow and Dalkeith Offices.

Renewal: 1 + 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534785 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £18,504 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MIDLOTHIAN |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH22 1FD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian |
| Local authority | Midlothian |
| Electoral ward | Dalkeith |
| Westminster constituency | Midlothian |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WALKER TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 50312600 - Maintenance and repair of information technology equipment
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72261000 - Software support services
- 72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534785
- 12 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523784

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB523784&idx=2
  10th March 2025 - Updated supplier security questionnaire - page 19
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB523784&idx=1
  12th February 2025 - ITT Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523784
  iSeries Support & Maintenance - Services for the Maintenance and Support of our IBM iSeries located in our Glasgow and Dalkeith Offices. Licences and powerdown support are also required
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534785
  iSeries Support & Maintenance - Services for the Maintenance and Support of our IBM iSeries located in our Glasgow and Dalkeith Offices. Licences and powerdown support are also required

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.go.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.sqa.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790406

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