Planning

Agile Software Development Partner

ANCHOR HANOVER

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Planning

10 Mar 2022 at 14:34

Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

10 Mar 2022 at 13:58

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Anchor Hanover Group is planning to initiate a tender for an Agile Software Development Partner, with an anticipated contract period from 25th July 2022 to 26th July 2027. This procurement falls under the software development services category and has a budget of between £2 million and £15 million over five years. The planning stage for this contract is currently in progress, with the future notice expected to be published by 11th April 2022. Anchor Hanover, based in Bradford, England, serves residents across over 1,000 locations and has prioritised a technology transformation strategy focused on agile and DevOps methodologies.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those with experience in agile methodologies and cloud solutions, such as Microsoft Azure. Businesses capable of providing high-quality software solutions alongside managed services, particularly those familiar with technologies like React, .NET, and Python, would find this tender appealing. Given the scale of the contract and the emphasis on structured processes and communications, it is well-suited for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to enhance their market presence while collaborating with a significant contracting authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Agile Software Development Partner

Notice Description

Anchor is a large housing and care association providing services to residents in over 1000 locations. We have embarked on an ambitious technology strategy that puts people at the centre of technology transformation. To this end we have developed a technology foundation based on Microsoft's hosted services that delivers a customer and colleague portal. We have introduced agile and DevOps methodologies during this implementation and intend to continue to use these methods to further develop additional features and capabilities on this platform. In addition, we have implemented a Data Lake using standard Microsoft Azure technologies. This is being used to consolidate data from several sources allowing us gain insights through all our data in a single consistent way. We are looking to go to market for an Agile Software Development partner to work alongside our internal Software Development, Dev Ops, QA, and Data Engineering teams to deliver on defined pieces of work within fixed time frames and set deliverables against either a fixed price or time and materials contract. The development delivery element of the contract would not be exclusive, and Anchor may user other suppliers for specific projects. The same organisation should be able to provide ongoing support and maintenance under a managed service statement of works with associated SLA's etc. It is anticipated this will be a 5-year contract with a committed minimum spend of PS2m up to PS15m over the term of the contract. Additional information: We are looking for a Partner with extensive experience in delivering high quality software solutions in an outsourced agile manner and will be willing to work within the constraints of the tools, processes and standards that Anchor have defined. Key to the success of this relationship will be clear communications, structured processes for delivery and strict adherence to Anchor's processes including meeting all QA and Testing requirements. Standard/Qualifications of the Partner should include: a. Agile Methodology b. Azure DevOps c. Technology's: React (native and web), c# .net, Python, Kubernetes, Azure Data Factory, Data Bricks d. Testing technology's: Cypress, Jester, Lint, Great Expectations e. Test Driven Development Methodologies To register your interest, please follow the below link: https://anchorhanover.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewEvent.aspx?EventID=963

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3818cee6-a785-45e1-8845-4fe9227be85c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a89fa11-58b7-4737-9873-772e4da3dd25
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72212983 - Development software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Apr 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Jul 2022 - 26 Jul 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANCHOR HANOVER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 2ST
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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