---
title: "DC-Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000792975"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2025-09-30"
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# DC-Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000792975

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "DC-Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027" was conducted by the Scottish Government. This contract focuses on providing electronic counting services for the 2027 elections and subsequent by-elections up to 2032. With the central office based in Glasgow, the procurement was carried out through an open procedure and has now reached the award stage. Key dates include the signing of the contract on 19th September 2025, with the elections scheduled for 6th May 2027 and the count expected on 7th May 2027. The electronic counting services fall under the "services" category (CPV: 72140000), with CGI IT UK LIMITED, a large company located in London, being awarded the contract valued at £12,750,000 GBP.

This tender offers growth opportunities primarily for businesses specialising in electronic counting technology and associated services, including software and logistics for large-scale public events. The requirements for subcontracting provide a window for smaller enterprises, especially those involved in software management, hardware logistics, and training. The contract also outlines commitments to Fair Work Practices and sustainable benefits, such as offering internships and engaging local SMEs, which could benefit companies focused on social and economic initiatives. Additionally, businesses with a focus on information security management standards and those holding Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation are particularly suitable for such government tenders.

## Notice

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027 and by-elections up to 2032. The services required include only those necessary to prepare for and deliver the electronic counting of votes and do not extend as far as the provision of services for the conduct of the elections themselves, which remains the responsibility of the Local Authorities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government requires a Service Provider to deliver electronic vote counting and associated services for the 2027 Scottish Local Government elections and potentially for any subsequent by-elections. The service provider will be required to deliver electronic counting of ballot papers for the proposed local elections in 2027 and potentially for any subsequent by-elections. The services required include only those necessary to prepare for and deliver the electronic counting of votes and do not extend as far as the provision of services for the conduct of the elections themselves, which remains the responsibility of the Local Authorities. The next elections to Scottish Local Authorities are due to take place on 6 May 2027, with the Count expected to take place on Friday 7th May.

Options: Optional services may include: Additional Equipment; Additional Staff; By-Elections; Pilots for different technology relating to eCounting; and any other changes arising from changes to policy or legislation.

Renewal: Initial duration will be 24 months with an option to extend the contract for up to an additional 60 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540263 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000,000 |
| Lots value | £12,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,750,000 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CGI IT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 22821000 - Electoral forms
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72140000 - Computer hardware acceptance testing consultancy services
- 72212900 - Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems
- 72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 72313000 - Data capture services
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 79320000 - Public-opinion polling services
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79820000 - Services related to printing
- 80500000 - Training services
- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540263
- 28 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR527030

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR527030
  DC-Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027 - The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027 and by-elections up to 2032. The services required include only those necessary to prepare for and deliver the electronic counting of votes and do not extend as far as the provision of services for the conduct of the elections themselves, which remains the responsibility of the Local Authorities.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540263
  DC-Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027 - The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Electronic Counting for Scottish Local Government Elections 2027 and by-elections up to 2032. The services required include only those necessary to prepare for and deliver the electronic counting of votes and do not extend as far as the provision of services for the conduct of the elections themselves, which remains the responsibility of the Local Authorities.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000792975
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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