---
title: "The Provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000797297"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND"
published: "2025-04-28"
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# The Provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support

Buyer: NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000797297

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## Summary

The recent procurement process conducted by the National Records of Scotland (NRS) involved the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support, a pivotal initiative to support the agency’s requirements in population estimation and data handling. This procurement falls under the 'General public services' category and has been awarded to Computacenter through an open procedure. The contract, valued at £176,042.19, has been active since 24th March 2025. The procurement, aimed at ensuring cybersecurity and maintaining DEA standards, is of national scope within the UK region, with NRS operating as the central purchasing body. The process has culminated in the award and contract stages, highlighting the efficient completion of the procurement workflow.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in software reselling and support services, particularly those capable of meeting the high standards of cybersecurity and data requirements. Large-scale enterprises, such as Computacenter, are well-positioned to benefit due to their ability to handle subcontracting elements effectively. Companies looking to provide comprehensive IT solutions and support in data analytics and licensing will find this tender aligns with potential areas for growth and market expansion. As the demand for robust data management systems continues to grow within public services, companies in the tech industry can leverage this opportunity to broaden their service offerings.

## Notice

NRS has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support. The NRS SAS service currently provides a critical role in Population estimation and adjustment and statistical disclosure control, enabling data to be safely shared among Scottish public bodies. As well as the core SAS licenses, the associated support also requires renewal which is to ensure that NRS remain within Cyber Security and DEA requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NRS has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support. The NRS SAS service currently provides a critical role in Population estimation and adjustment and statistical disclosure control, enabling data to be safely shared among Scottish public bodies. As well as the core SAS licenses, the associated support also requires renewal which is to ensure that NRS remain within Cyber Security and DEA requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529073 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 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 | £176,042 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 3YY |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPUTACENTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48463000 - Statistical software package

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529073

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529073
  The Provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support - NRS has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of SAS Licenses and Katalyse Support. The NRS SAS service currently provides a critical role in Population estimation and adjustment and statistical disclosure control, enabling data to be safely shared among Scottish public bodies. As well as the core SAS licenses, the associated support also requires renewal which is to ensure that NRS remain within Cyber Security and DEA requirements.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nrscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000797297

## Provenance

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