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Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) – delivering for SMEs and innovation in the public sector
April 24, 2019 by Eddie Chapman 4 Comments | Category buyers, digital technology products and services, Dynamic Purchasing System, framework agreements, ICT, Network advice, Public Contracts Scotland, Scottish Procurement, SMEs, suppliers, video
Following the launch of our DPS for Digital Services 2.0 this year, our new video takes a look at the process for joining a DPS and explores the benefits they deliver.
Note: This DPS has now been updated by our Digital Technology and Cyber Services: Dynamic Purchasing System.
Tags: benefits, buyers, DPS, Dynamic Purchasing Systems, frameworks, innovation, Suppliers, video
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I was on the page, but still struggling to find how to register my company on the DPS. I am registered on Public Contracts Scotland. However, I am not sure how to apply on the DPS system as a supplier. I am a SME.
Thanks,
Hi Sudha, this DPS has now been updated by our Digital Technology and Cyber Services Dynamic Purchasing System. You should be able to find all the details you need here. There is also a point of contact should you have any further questions.
Hi I have watched this video and read your pages about the DPS but I am struggling to find any link or information about how to APPLY to be on the DPS – am I missing something obvious? We have been on PCS and PCST for years and I just want to find out the requirements to be on the 4 lots for the DPS I am interested in.
Hi Chris, this DPS has now been updated by our Digital Technology and Cyber Services Dynamic Purchasing System. You should be able to find all the details you need here. There is also a point of contact should you have any further questions.