Testing Services Framework Agreement

A Tender Notice
by SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
4 year
Value
£54M
Sector
TECHNOLOGY
Published
20 May 2026
Delivery
To 28 May 2030 (est.)
Deadline
18 Jun 2026 11:00

Related Terms

Location

Scotland:

Geochart for 2 buyers and 0 suppliers

Description

Testing Services for IT Systems

Lot Division

1 Testing Services

This will be to provide testing services in any form required e.g. a full testing service or testing for specific projects or test phases. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 (Exclusion Grounds) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

2 Testing Resources
  • Value: £54M

This lot will provide testing resources to augment existing testing teams. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 (Exclusion Grounds) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal Options

The framework may be re-let at the end of the Framework Term

Award Criteria

Quality 55
price 45

CPV Codes

  • 72254100 - Systems testing services

Indicators

  • This is a recurring contract.
  • Renewals are available.
  • Financial restrictions apply.
  • Professional qualifications are sought.
  • Staff qualifications are relevant.
  • Technical restrictions apply.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** Economic operators may be excluded from this procurement exercise where any of the mandatory or discretionary exclusion grounds apply under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. This procurement exercise is being conducted electronically via PCS-Tender. All procurement documents, tender responses, clarifications and communications will be managed through PCS-Tender. The successful bidder(s) may be required, prior to contract award, to provide supporting declarations, certificates and other evidence confirming compliance with the SPD and tender requirements. Failure to provide satisfactory evidence may result in exclusion from the procurement process. This Framework Agreement does not guarantee any minimum volumes of business. Requirements will be called off on an as-required basis throughout the contract term. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this PQQ exercise. The Project code is 31722. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: Educational engagement: including STEM support activities, guest lectures, career events for local schools and colleges, or work experience opportunities. Community support: such as volunteering hours, support for local charities, or contributions to community programmes. Environmental improvements: including carbon reduction initiatives, waste minimisation actions, or participation in sustainability projects. Supply chain development: such as commitments to work with local SMEs, social enterprises, or voluntary sector organisations. (SC Ref:829510)

Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-069c72
  • FTS 045985-2026

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