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How can technology help people overcome barriers to accessing key online services?

Scottish Government · Central government

In brief

Scottish Government was looking for suppliers for IT and software and training work. Bidding has closed and no award has been published yet.

The estimated value is £1,000,000 excluding VAT.

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What the notice says

Despite the success of programmes such as Connecting Scotland, many individuals still struggle to access essential services because of low digital skills, limited confidence, or a lack of access to devices and connectivity. This Challenge seeks innovative, user-centred solutions that focus on people who may have some access to devices or connectivity but face barriers in using digital services safely and effectively. Proposals should address varied user needs, helping individuals engage with services including financial tools, education and employment. Connectivity and devices matter - but skills and confidence are critical to unlocking meaningful digital inclusion.

Timeline

  1. Contract notice · notice 061301-2025

About the buyer

Scottish GovernmentLast 12 months

Procurements

123

Awards

61

Suppliers it has used most for IT and software

  1. Nova Education Trust Tender for the provision of IT Security and Internet Filtering Platform

    Nova TrustUK-wideIT services and software

    Closing soonLess than an hour leftSuitable for SMEs

    £500kestimated
  2. DLSITT1105 - New Diamond Website

    Diamond Light Source LimitedSouth EastIT services and software

    Closing soon2 hours leftSuitable for SMEs

    £90kestimated
  3. Opportunity Finder​ Sept 2026

    UK Power Networks (Operations) LimitedLondonIT services and software

    Closing soon2 hours leftExpress interestLow competition

    £800kestimated
  4. SWAST-5146-COR Employee Career Development Mentoring App

    South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation TrustSouth WestIT services and software

    Closing soon2 hours leftSuitable for SMEsSmall contract

    £30kestimated
  5. Employee Benefits and Occupational Health Services

    Crown Commercial ServiceUK-wideHealthcare services, Social and domiciliary care

    Closing soon5 hours left7 lotsFramework

    £1.3bnframework ceiling

From notice 061301-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 1 October 2025. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.