---
title: "Interim 1 x Business Systems Architect"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834540"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-06-17"
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# Interim 1 x Business Systems Architect

Buyer: SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834540

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## Summary

Social Security Scotland, operating through the Scottish Ministers, has completed an open procurement process for the role of a Business Systems Architect. The contracting authority, located in Dundee, sought to fill an interim position with the contract initially spanning three months from 29th June 2026 to 30th September 2026, with the possibility of a six-month extension. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the realm of social protection and general public services, using an open procedure method. The awarded contract, signed on 8th June 2026, engages a supplier from Edinburgh, with a total potential value of £178,120.80.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses providing professional services, particularly within the IT and systems architecture sectors. The contract, though short-term, offers potential for continuity with possible extensions, presenting a chance for companies specialised in public sector solutions to strengthen ties with governmental organisations. Large firms like Harvey Nash have successfully secured such contracts, indicating a competitive but rewarding prospect for growth within the public procurement landscape. Businesses with expertise in providing specialised staffing solutions can find similar opportunities advantageous to expanding their operational scope in this sector.

## Notice

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 1 x Business Systems Architect

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 1 x Business Systems Architect for an initial 3 month term with the option to extend for up to an additional 6 months. The initial term of the 1 x Business Systems Architect: 29/06/2026 - 30/09/2026

Options: There is an option to extend the term of the 1 x Business Systems Architect contract 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=JUN558112 |
| 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 | 8 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 | £178,120 |

## 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=JUN558112

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558112
  Interim 1 x Business Systems Architect - Social Security Scotland acting through the Scottish Ministers is looking to award a contract for the provision of 1 x Business Systems Architect

## Notice URLs

- http://
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834540
- https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/

## Provenance

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