--- title: "Request for Information - Digital Learning Platform" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2026-07-20" --- # Request for Information - Digital Learning Platform Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government is initiating a planning phase for procuring a new digital learning platform, as part of their broader digital learning strategy. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, and involves a Request for Information (RFI) to explore supplier capabilities for developing an AI-enabled digital learning ecosystem. Located in Glasgow, the project is classified under the industry category of 'General public services', with a particular focus on learning and development services. Notable upcoming dates include a future notice expected on 2nd November 2026. This initiative reflects the Scottish Government's commitment to seeking innovative and scalable learning solutions, with opportunities for suppliers to influence the eventual Invitation to Tender. This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital learning platforms, particularly those with expertise in AI, integration, data management, security, and ethical considerations. Businesses with established experience in delivering enterprise-scale solutions can expect a favourable environment to showcase innovations and best practices, as the government seeks to understand market maturity and supplier capabilities. Such involvement will not only enhance participating businesses' portfolios but also position them as key players in the public sector's digital transformation efforts. By engaging in this RFI, firms may pave the way for future collaborations with the Scottish Government, particularly as they prepare for an eventual Invitation to Tender for the digital learning platform. ## Notice The purpose of this RFI is to gather information on market capabilities and solutions for a forthcoming procurement exercise, to supply Scottish Government with a new digital learning platform. This RFI is not a call for competition and does not form part of any evaluation or award process. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Government (SG), acting on behalf of Scottish Ministers, is currently reviewing the market for a new Learning & Development platform as part of our broader digital learning strategy. We would welcome your participation in this Request for Information to help us better understand your solution and capabilities. The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to: - Understand the capabilities available in the market, specifically assessing the market maturity and supplier capability in delivering enterprise scale, AI Enabled digital learning ecosystems - Explore integration, data, accessibility, security, and ethical AI consideration - Validate assumptions around implementation timelines, migration effort, and scalability. - Identify potential suppliers - Gather insights on best practices and innovation in L&D technology - Inform the development of a future Invitation to Tender ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560516 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 20 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 2 Nov 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 48190000 - Educational software package - 48931000 - Training software package - 72212931 - Training software development services - 80000000 - Education and training services - 80420000 - E-learning services ## Release History - 20 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560516 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL560516&idx=3 24th July 2026 - In response to questions received - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL560516&idx=2 21st July 2026 - Response to questions received - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL560516&idx=1 20th July 2026 - RFI - SG - Digital Learning - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560516 Request for Information - Digital Learning Platform - The purpose of this RFI is to gather information on market capabilities and solutions for a forthcoming procurement exercise, to supply Scottish Government with a new digital learning platform. This RFI is not a call for competition and does not form part of any evaluation or award process. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=837864 - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837864.json.