--- title: "Licensing System" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-12" --- # Licensing System Buyer: EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995.json) ## Summary East Lothian Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the replacement of its Licensing System with an improved IT solution. The process, conducted using an open procedure, focused on delivering a fully digital service for customers, the licensing authority, and its consultation partners. Located in Haddington, East Lothian, UKM73, the contract was awarded to NEC Software Solutions UK Limited on 4th March 2026, for a value of approximately £256,925. The procurement lifecycle encompassed several stages from planning to award, with key updates including an extension to the bidding deadline, originally set for 22nd August 2025. The industry category is classified under general public services within the CPV code 72000000, and the procurement process adheres to the legal framework outlined by CELEX ID 32014L0024. This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering digital and software solutions tailored for public sector requirements. With a significant focus on quality over price in the award criteria, businesses excelling in innovative solutions and possessing a robust quality control system would be well-suited to participate. SME involvement was notably encouraged, as demonstrated by the proportion of bids stemming from SMEs. The contract outlines a potential for renewal, offering ongoing opportunities for businesses capable of providing scalable and sustainable IT solutions. East Lothian Council, acting as a central purchasing body, emphasises community benefits, encouraging suppliers to contribute positively to local economic growth. ## Notice East Lothian Council's Licensing Authority are looking to replace their current IT system with an improved IT solution which will deliver a fully digital service for both customers, the licensing authority and its internal and external consultation partners. ### Lot Information Lot 1 East Lothian Council's Licensing Authority are looking to replace their current IT system with an improved IT solution which will deliver a fully digital service for both customers, the licensing authority and its internal and external consultation partners. Renewal: +1 Year +1 Year ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551528 | | 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 | 12 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | July 2028 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £256,925 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL | | Locality | HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH41 3HA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian | | Local authority | East Lothian | | Electoral ward | Haddington and Lammermuir | | Westminster constituency | Lothian East | | Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72212900 - Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems ## Release History - 12 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551528 - 14 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537002 - 22 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535173 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535173&idx=7 22nd August 2025 - Further Clarifications and Notes of updates to ITT. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535173&idx=6 15th August 2025 - See Further Clarifications and Notes of updates to ITT for ELC-24-0324 Licensing System for info. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535173&idx=5 15th August 2025 - Further Clarifications and Notes of updates to ITT. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535173&idx=4 14th August 2025 - Schedule 2 - ELC-24-0324_Pricing Schedule_V2.0 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535173&idx=3 14th August 2025 - ELC-24-0324_ITT Licensing System 23-5r_V1.5 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535173&idx=2 24th July 2025 - List of Licenses provided in response to Question on full list of the licences required. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535173&idx=1 22nd July 2025 - ELC-24-0324 | Tender Pack - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535173 Licensing System - East Lothian Council's Licensing Authority are looking to replace their current IT system with an improved IT solution which will deliver a fully digital service for both customers, the licensing authority and its internal and external consultation partners. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551528 Licensing System - East Lothian Council's Licensing Authority are looking to replace their current IT system with an improved IT solution which will deliver a fully digital service for both customers, the licensing authority and its internal and external consultation partners. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804995 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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