Our Telephony and Communication Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) is a route to market for the associated services. It has been developed with support and input from stakeholders across the public sector, helping to make sure it works well in practice and meets the needs of both buyers and suppliers.<\/p>\n
The DPS commenced on 27 April 2022 and is open for suppliers to join until March 2028.<\/p>\n
What is a DPS?<\/strong><\/p>\n A DPS is an electronic method of procurement, based on a list of pre-qualified suppliers for commonly used purchases, from which Scottish public sector organisations can invite tenders. As a procurement process, it has some aspects that are similar to a framework agreement with opportunities competed for through calls for competition. There is no limit to the number of suppliers that can participate in the DPS and suppliers have the ability to apply to join at any time during the period of the DPS.<\/p>\n How the DPS works<\/strong><\/p>\n The DPS operates via a two\u2011stage process. Suppliers apply to join by completing a Single Procurement Document (SPD). Public sector buyers then run calls for competition through the DPS, inviting all approved suppliers within the relevant lot to bid.<\/p>\n Scope of services<\/strong><\/p>\n This DPS is for the provision of telephony and communication services providing a full range of services across two lots.<\/p>\n It can support a wide range of services including:<\/p>\n Who can use the DPS?<\/strong><\/p>\n Suppliers of any size from anywhere can apply to join the DPS at any time. Suppliers wishing to join should register with Public Contracts Scotland – Tender (PCS-T). The DPS is available for use by all Scottish Public Sector organisations to tender their requirements for services in Scotland.<\/p>\n Why use the DPS?<\/strong><\/p>\n The benefits of the dynamic purchasing system are:<\/p>\n Further information<\/strong><\/p>\n Further information including a buyer and supplier guide can be found on the dedicated web page,<\/a>\u00a0the Procurement Journey<\/a> and the video below.<\/p>\n\n
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