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Procurement Scotland is currently managing a number of software contracts and initiatives developed through the IT Software strategy.

Software is a broad product area which can be broken down into two key areas:

• System or infrastructure software - typically off the shelf core technology packages and it is typically suitable for collaborative procurement at Category A level. Associated software Support and Maintenance is also in scope of Category A procurement.
• Application Software - solution based software which can be tailored/bespoke to fit individual requirements. Usually more suited to Category B or C level procurement where specification may vary greatly depending on sector/ organisation function.

IT Services for software is being considered by Procurement Scotland under the Professional Services category, or at Category B and C level.

Details of current software contracts available to the Scottish public sector and some guidance on what to consider when purchasing software are available via the links on the menu.

• July 2009 - Microsoft PSA09 Schedule 1 pricing has been extended until 15 December 2009.
  - Review Microsoft section

• Strategy Development
• Current Procurement Scotland Agreements

- Microsoft PSA09

- Oracle ULA

• Security Software
• Environmental Software
• Asset Management
• Buying Solutions MOU's (Memorandum of Understanding)
• Sector Specific Agreements
• Things to Consider when Buying Software

If you have any comments or suggestions, or would like more information, please get in touch with our team:

• Denis McFadden (Portfolio Manager): denis.mcfadden@scotland.gsi.gov.uk tel 0131 244 1925
• Stephanie Wells (Commodity Lead): stephanie.wells@scotland.gov.gsi.uk tel 0131 244 8156
• Andy Scott (Strategic Buyer): andrew.scott@scotland.gsi.gov.uk tel 0141 242 5920
• Margaret-Anne McKeown (Market Analyst/Buyer): MargaretAnn.McKeown@scotland.gsi.gov.uk tel 0141 242 5920

The NCF for IT Software was established in February 2008, with support from Centres of Expertise (CoE's) and organisations representing the Scottish Public Sector.

Link to sharepoint - for NCF members only

• Angus Council
• Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC)
• Central Government Centre of Procurement Expertise (CGCoPE)
• Dundee City Council
• East Lothian Council
• Edinburgh University
• Grampian Fire and Rescue
• National Health Service National Services Scotland (NHS NSS)
• Scotland Excel
• Scottish Police Services Authority (SPSA)
• The Scottish Government, Information Services and Information Systems (ISIS)