--- title: "Banking Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2025-08-22" --- # Banking Services Framework Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government, operating from Glasgow, is currently in the planning stage for the re-procurement of the Banking Services Framework. This existing framework, classified under the industry category of 'General public services,' is managed by the Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate on behalf of Scottish public bodies. A future notice regarding this tender is expected to be published by 23 February 2026. Interested parties are invited to contribute to shaping the procurement strategy through a request for information due by 5 September 2025. This framework is valued at £3,000,000 and covers a comprehensive range of services including bank accounts, electronic and internet banking, and foreign currency requirements, indicating a significant opportunity for finance service providers. This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in financial services, particularly those with capabilities in electronic banking and foreign payment processing. Given its comprehensive scope, the framework is well-suited to larger financial institutions or consortia with experience in servicing government contracts and multi-faceted banking operations. Engaging with this procurement process could provide businesses with sustained engagements, owing to the framework's anticipated operational span until July 2026. The competitive opportunity will aid business growth by solidifying a role within public sector finance operations across Scotland. ## Notice The existing Framework for the Provision of Banking Services is a Category A Framework. The Framework commenced on 1 August 2022 and is anticipated to expire on 31 July 2026. The current framework agreement is a single lot with one supplier and covers the following services: - Bank accounts - Project Bank Accounts - CHAPS, faster payments and foreign payments - BACS - Receipts - Bulk processing centre deposits - Digital imaging - Charges - Cash withdrawals - Cheques - Stopped cheques and recalls - Pay-in books - Statements and payment information - Unpaid cheques - Foreign currency requirements - Overseas payments - Debit cards - Deposit box facilities - Branch networks - Electronic and internet banking ### Lot Information Lot 1 The existing Framework for the Provision of Banking Services is a Category A Framework. The Framework commenced on 1 August 2022 and is anticipated to expire on 31 July 2026. The current framework agreement is a single lot with one supplier and covers the following services: - Bank accounts - Project Bank Accounts - CHAPS, faster payments and foreign payments - BACS - Receipts - Bulk processing centre deposits - Digital imaging - Charges - Cash withdrawals - Cheques - Stopped cheques and recalls - Pay-in books - Statements and payment information - Unpaid cheques - Foreign currency requirements - Overseas payments - Debit cards - Deposit box facilities - Branch networks - Electronic and internet banking ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537500 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66110000 - Banking services ## Release History - 22 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537500 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG537500&idx=1 22nd August 2025 - Banking Services - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG537500&idx=2 22nd August 2025 - Banking Services - Scope of Requirements - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537500 Banking Services Framework - The existing Framework for the Provision of Banking Services is a Category A Framework. The Framework commenced on 1 August 2022 and is anticipated to expire on 31 July 2026. The current framework agreement is a single lot with one supplier and covers the following services: - Bank accounts - Project Bank Accounts - CHAPS, faster payments and foreign payments - BACS - Receipts - Bulk processing centre deposits - Digital imaging - Charges - Cash withdrawals - Cheques - Stopped cheques and recalls - Pay-in books - Statements and payment information - Unpaid cheques - Foreign currency requirements - Overseas payments - Debit cards - Deposit box facilities - Branch networks - Electronic and internet banking ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=807880 - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807880 - https://forms.office.com/e/5E9D6RDw0q ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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