--- title: "NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)" published: "2025-05-19" --- # NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410.json) ## Summary The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has initiated a tender process for NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services. This procurement aims to secure an integrated, cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Finance, HR, Payroll, and Procurement functions across all NHS Scotland Boards. The process involves selecting a Systems Implementer to design, deliver, and implement the solution. The tender is managed through a competitive procedure with negotiation under the regulations set forth by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. It targets the health industry category and pertains to services within the location of Scotland. The tender period concludes on 18th June 2025, and interested parties should submit their bids electronically via the provided platform. This procurement offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in cloud-based SaaS solutions and systems integration services. Companies with experience in implementing complex IT systems within the healthcare sector will find this tender particularly beneficial. Additionally, the project requires the formation of Bidding Partnerships, fostering collaboration and innovative solutions. The anticipated total contract value of £206 million over different durations provides significant commercial potential, making this tender attractive for technology partners ready to engage in long-term strategic partnerships with NHS Scotland. Eligible businesses should be prepared to meet rigorous selection criteria, including financial robustness and technical expertise, to benefit from this transformative opportunity in public healthcare systems. ## Notice NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) wishes to procure an integrated, cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Finance, HR, Payroll and Procurement functions for all NHS Scotland Boards and a Systems Implementer to design, deliver and implement the chosen SaaS solution to meet the requirements. ### Lot Information Lot 1 NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), on behalf of NHS Scotland, is conducting a single procurement process which integrates both aspects of the scope for NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services through a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (under Regulation 30 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015). NHS Scotland requires the SaaS Technology and System Integrator suppliers to work together in partnership from the outset ("Bidding Partnership") to jointly propose a cohesive solution and delivery approach which meets NHS Scotland's outcome-based requirements and demonstrates they are a compatible supplier partnership. There will be one procurement exercise, but two separate national contracts will be created: a contract between NSS and the System Integrator for the delivery of the implementation services a contract between NSS and the Technology Platform vendor for the consumption of the technology services. The contract value listed in sections II.1.5 and II.2.6 includes the initial contract durations and the optional extension periods. The split is as follows: Systems Integrator - 56m GBP SaaS Technology - 120m GBP The initial contract duration listed in section II.2.7 is split as follows: Systems Integrator - 36 months SaaS Technology - 156 months Renewal: Each contract will include the option to extend for up to two periods of 12 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530627 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £206,000,000 | | Lots value | £206,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9EB | | 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 | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | 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 - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 19 May 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530627 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530627 NHS Scotland Business Systems Technology & Systems Integration Services - NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) wishes to procure an integrated, cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for Finance, HR, Payroll and Procurement functions for all NHS Scotland Boards and a Systems Implementer to design, deliver and implement the chosen SaaS solution to meet the requirements. ## Notice URLs - http://www.edinburgh@scotcourts.gov.uk - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794410 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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