Digital Technology and Cyber Services - Dynamic Purchasing System

A Prior Information Notice
by SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
not specified
Value
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Sector
TECHNOLOGY
Published
04 Nov 2022
Delivery
not specified
Deadline
n/a

Concepts

Location

Services delivered across Scotland

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

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... 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.

Lot Division

1 Digital Projects

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 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.

2 Digital Resources

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 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.

3 Digital Training

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. 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.

4 Cyber Security

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 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.

CPV Codes

  • 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** 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)

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