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title: "Interim 2 x Technical Systems Architect"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834204"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-06-17"
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# Interim 2 x Technical Systems Architect

Buyer: SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834204

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## Summary

Social Security Scotland, acting through the Scottish Ministers, has successfully awarded a contract to Harvey Nash for the provision of two Technical Systems Architects. This procurement, categorised under social protection and general public services, is vital for supporting systems critical to the organisation. The initial contract term runs from June 8th and June 15th until 30th September 2026, with the possibility of extension for up to six months. The contract location is within the UKM region, specifically in Dundee, where Social Security Scotland is headquartered. This open procedure falls under a framework agreement for temporary and interim staff services running from 2023 to 2027, marking the completion stage of this procurement process as of 17th June 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT and technical systems architecture. It signals an opening for skilled professionals and agencies that deliver specialised technical services to the public sector. Although a large enterprise like Harvey Nash secured this contract, there remains potential for smaller firms to engage in similar future frameworks through competitive procurement processes. This tender exemplifies how public procurements can act as a catalyst for business expansion, particularly in sectors focusing on IT consultancy and public service management.

## Notice

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 2x Technical Systems Architect for an initial 4 month term with the option to extend for up to an additional 6 months. The initial terms of the 2 x Technical Systems Architect are: 1x 08/06/2026 - 30/09/2026 1x 15/06/2026 - 30/09/2026

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 2x Technical Systems Architect for an initial 4 month term with the option to extend for up to an additional 6 months.

Options: There is an option to extend the term of the 2x Technical Systems Architect contracts for up to 6 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558113 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jun 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 | £377,774 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 4BF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | Maryfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HARVEY NASH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558113

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558113
  Interim 2 x Technical Systems Architect - Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 2x Technical Systems Architect for an initial 4 month term with the option to extend for up to an additional 6 months. The initial terms of the 2 x Technical Systems Architect are: 1x 08/06/2026 - 30/09/2026 1x 15/06/2026 - 30/09/2026

## Notice URLs

- http://
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834204
- https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/

## Provenance

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