Tenders/GP IT Systems
Awarded🇬🇧United KingdomFramework

GP IT Systems

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)
Published: Apr 1, 2026
Updated: Apr 29, 2026
Source: Public Contracts Scotland

About This Opportunity

Framework contract awarded by The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS (United Kingdom): GP IT Systems. ICT & digital. Awarded to Optum.

This is a framework agreement contract in the information and communication technology sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Public Contracts Scotland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for framework agreement in the information and communication technology sector. Framework agreements establish terms for recurring procurement over a defined period. Selected firms are called upon as needs arise, making this a longer-term engagement opportunity. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

Development services required to keep the EMIS PCS GP IT System running, that is still in use in 454 surgeries in Scotland.
The requirement was unforeseen at the award of the GP IT Systems framework agreement as the programme of work to replace these systems in practices was delayed by supplier acquisition.
We anticipate these systems will be required until June 2027 after which they be migrated to new services under NP500717 GP IT Managed Services contract.

Provision of additional services that can only be supplied by a particular economic operator for technical reasons.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Public Contracts Scotland and was originally published on April 1, 2026. Last refreshed 45 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS) has issued 487 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 19 currently open and 242 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, General Supplies & Services, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via Public Contracts Scotland and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 12, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to Optum. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS) in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Framework agreement contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Public Contracts Scotland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

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Key Details

Contract Type
Framework
Eligibility
Firms / Consortiums
Language
English

Source

pcs
Public Contracts Scotland
Public Procurement

Contracting Authority

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)
🇬🇧United Kingdom

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