Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Scottish Government
4 Atlantic Quay, 70 York St
Glasgow
G2 8EA
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM - Scotland
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Ministry or any other national or federal authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Digital Technology and Cyber Services - Dynamic Purchasing System
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
Scottish Procurement is considering the establishment of a new Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Digital Technology and Cyber Services to replace the current Digital and Technology Services DPS 2.0.
Strategic analysis will look to develop and build upon the current DPS which is due to expire in February 2022. The current DPS provides access to a range of digital skills, including cyber expertise as well as supporting the delivery of Agile projects with lots dedicated to Digital Projects, Digital Resources and Cyber Security Services.
https://www.gov.scot/publications/digital-technology-services-dynamic-purchasing-system-guide/
The lotting structure of the new DPS is anticipated to be as follows:
Lot 1 - Digital Projects
Lot 2 - Digital Resources
Lot 3 - Digital Training
Lot 4 - Cyber Security
Consideration is being given to the future of any DPS in terms of scope (as listed above) and Scottish Procurement would appreciate Suppliers interested in participating to submit their views/comments, particularly in regard to the wider technology scope and continued use of a DPS for these services.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Digital Projects
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Services delivered across Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The delivery of ICT services undertaken as Digital Projects using industry recognised Project Management techniques such as PRINCE2, Agile, etc. Suppliers will also need to ensure the delivery of services with proper risk management and governance principles imbedded to the process.
The anticipated services include (but not limited to) the following:
Integration Services
IT Managed Services
Website Design and Hosting
ICT Support
Digital Transformation Projects
User Research, Content and Design
Data Analytics
User Experience, Testing and Audit
two.2.14) Additional information
Suppliers will be asked to provide 2 examples detailing their experience in the delivery of similar services as part of the application process.
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Digital Resources
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Services delivered across Scotland.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The provision of Digital Resources. Typically, these services will be delivered by an individual or team of resource and may be imbedded in an organisation or provided remotely. This lot may be used to support larger projects or service delivery which are already covered under Lot 1.
The anticipated services and/or role profile include (but not limited to) the following:
Digital Specialists
Network Advice Specialists
Project/Programme Managers
Web Content Designers
Business Analysts
User Researchers
Software Engineers
Data Analytical Specialists
two.2.14) Additional information
Suppliers will be asked to provide 2 examples detailing their experience in the delivery of similar services as part of the application process.
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Digital Training
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Delivery of Services across Scotland.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The delivery of Digital/ICT Training either as standard ICT training courses, individual trainers, or bespoke training courses tailored to an organisation.
The anticipated services include (but not limited to) the following:
Standard ICT Training Courses such as ITIL, PRINCE2, AGILE, ETC
Product and Service Training Courses
ICT Soft Skills training
Digital/ICT Trainers
Bespoke design and delivery of ICT Training
e-Learning training provision
Training courses supporting staff whose roles are covered by the Digital, Data and Technology Profession Capability Framework: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/digital-data-and-technology-profession-capability-framework
The training could be a mix of in-person and/or delivered remotely.
two.2.14) Additional information
Suppliers will be asked to provide 2 examples detailing their experience in the delivery of similar services as part of the application process.
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Cyber Security
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Services delivered across Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The delivery of Cyber Security services and resources that will aim to support cyber resilience for organisations across the Scottish Public Sector.
The anticipated services include (but not limited to) the following:
Cyber Security Services/Specialists
Information Assurance/Governance
Penetration Testing
Cyber Security training and Assessment
Security Architecture Services
Risk Assessment and Management Services
Audit Review & Compliance
Incident Management & Response
Fully Managed Cyber Security Services such as Security Operations Centres
Cyber Accreditation Services such as Cyber Essentials Plus
Security Testing and Digital Forensics
two.2.14) Additional information
Suppliers will be asked to provide 2 examples detailing their experience in the delivery of similar services as part of the application process.
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
12 December 2022
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
This PIN is for information only and does not constitute a call for competition.
The collaborative Digital Technology and Cyber Services arrangement will be let on behalf of the whole of the Scottish public sector including the third sector and will support of the Scottish Government's refreshed digital strategy Scotland’s Digital Strategy: ‘A changing nation: how Scotland will thrive in a digital world'
Suppliers interested in participating are encouraged to submit their views/comments, particularly in regard to the wider technology scope and continued use of a DPS for these services.
Any comments suppliers may have on the content of this PIN should be forwarded to Alasdair Rowan (Alasdair.Rowan@gov.scot) by 30.11.2022
(SC Ref:711922)