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Interim IT Systems Programme Manager

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY has completed the tendering process for the position of Interim IT Systems Programme Manager. This procurement falls within the services industry category and was initiated with a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 5 October 2017, while the contract period commenced on 18 October 2017 and continued until 29 March 2018. The total value of the awarded contract is £66,000. The project is based in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, and aims to implement and manage IT systems strategically aligned with organisational goals.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in IT systems management and programme delivery. Companies that possess strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, change management, and project budget oversight would be well-suited to compete for future similar contracts. The focus on delivering agile and resilient IT services within a regulatory context highlights the demand for businesses that can adapt and respond to evolving public service needs effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim IT Systems Programme Manager

Notice Description

Key Responsibilities & Skills for the role: Reporting to the Fit for the Future (F3) Programme Director, as programme manager for the IT systems work-stream within the F3 programme, you will be accountable for delivering the intended programme business results within time and budget, scope and quality and tolerances. You will be responsible for managing and implementing all aspects of change through the lifecycle of the programme. You will be responsible for regular and effective communication with the programme sponsor, programme director, IT systems project managers, and other key stakeholders to report progress, resolve issues and mitigate risks where necessary. You will be an experienced Programme Manager and you will also have skills in negotiation and change management. You will be responsible for managing the IT systems work-stream to ensure that our IT projects deliver the future proof, agile, resilient services and systems that enable Ofwat to adapt to meet changing business demands and achieve its strategic goal of having the skills, experience, systems, processes and culture to support our strategy. The key responsibilities are: * Ensure that our new systems are properly implemented and embedded within the organisation. * Manage the Unified Communications project, to roll out new mobile phones and removal of current telephony infrastructure. * Manage stakeholder relationships to ensure delivery of the programme. * Communicate at all levels (Written and Verbal), focusing on ensuring that programme board members and senior managers understand the current and planned future status of all programme activities. * Create and maintain the IT workstream plan and other documentation in line with company standards. * Manage the key interdependencies within the workstream and those external to the programme. * Manage changes in direction, scope, costs and timing. * Ensure risks, issues and assumptions are managed and escalated to the right level. * Ensure benefits are tracked and realised, ensuring baseline information is captured. * Manage the budget for the IT systems work-stream and ensure that the projects within the IT systems work-stream are properly resourced. * Fully integrate into the programme team, working collaboratively to deliver the IT workstream and overall 13 programme benefits. * Ensure good engagement and communication with the organisation at all times - understanding their business cycle and taking this into account when asking for engagement. * Work at all times in line with our values and behaviours. Other responsibilities include: * Engagement with staff and stakeholders/preparing workshops and meetings and producing written materials and notes from them; * As part of the role you will also assist with the planning for the Technology and Infrastructure (T&I) arm of the Compliance, Assurance and Improvement (CAM) programme. For this work, you will report to the Head of T&I rather than the F3 Programme Director.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1884eaf8-f386-48d4-bee1-03ef284a2ea3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£66,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
17 Oct 2017 - 29 Mar 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mailbox@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CERTES COMPUTING

Further Information

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