---
title: "Backup Server Replacement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832568"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE"
published: "2026-05-21"
---

# Backup Server Replacement

Buyer: SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832568

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## Summary

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), in collaboration with Scotland Excel as the executing body, has completed the procurement process for a "Backup Server Replacement". This initiative falls under the services category, specifically focusing on IT infrastructure, and was executed using an open procurement method. The service is centrally procured by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, headquartered at Westburn Drive, Cambuslang. Although the procurement process is complete, the execution stage is active, with Proact IT UK Ltd awarded the contract valued at £501,760.94. This contract was signed on 20 April 2026. The entire process adheres to the open procedure within the Digital Workspace Solutions 2 (DWS2) Framework and is located within the UKM region.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced in providing enterprise backup solutions. Given the open method of procurement and the significant contract value, large enterprises, especially those capable of handling extensive IT frameworks, are ideal candidates for future similar contracts. Engaging with contracts from such authorities as the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service not only enhances a company's portfolio by involving high-profile public sector projects but also establishes a presence in the competitive public procurement space, potentially opening doors to more significant opportunities across the UK.

## Notice

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Digital and Technology Services (DaTS) function currently provides enterprise backup of data and server infrastructure.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This was a direct award call off from the NHS Digital Workspace Solutions 2 (DWS2) Framework.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556308 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £501,760 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | CAMBUSLANG |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G72 7NA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | Cambuslang East |
| Westminster constituency | Rutherglen |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48710000 - Backup or recovery software package
- 48820000 - Servers
- 48821000 - Network servers
- 48823000 - File servers
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556308

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556308
  Backup Server Replacement - The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Digital and Technology Services (DaTS) function currently provides enterprise backup of data and server infrastructure.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://firescotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832568

## Provenance

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