Telephony and Communication Services Dynamic Purchasing System

What this is

The Scottish Government is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Telephony and Communication Services for use by Scottish public sector bodies. The DPS covers fixed and mobile telephony, unified communications, contact centre solutions, and related services. The estimated total value is £48 million over approximately 6 years, and suppliers can join throughout its lifetime.

Key points

• DPS open to new suppliers throughout its lifetime until 27 March 2028
• Estimated total value £48 million
• Covers fixed telephony, mobile, unified communications and contact centre solutions
• Mini-competition call-offs with Quality 40-80% / Price 20-60% weighting
• Available to all Scottish public sector bodies

Who can bid

Suppliers must demonstrate relevant technical and professional ability in telephony and communications services. ESPD/SPD required. Exclusion grounds apply per Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

How it is scored

DPS admission based on pass/fail selection criteria. Individual call-off contracts evaluated on Quality 40-80% and Price 20-60%, with exact weightings confirmed at each mini-competition.

Money

Estimated total DPS value £48 million over its lifetime. Individual call-off contracts placed by Scottish public sector bodies as required.

How to submit

Submit electronically via PCS-Tender (publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk). DPS open for new entrants until 27 March 2028.

Clarifications

Clarification questions submitted via PCS-Tender messaging functionality prior to submission deadline.

Contract period

Approximately 71 months (just under 6 years) from establishment. DPS open to new suppliers joining throughout its lifetime. Individual call-off contract durations vary.

Classification

CPV 64200000 — Telecommunications services 72000000 — IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support Scotland