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Finance System, Software & Maintenance

OFGEM

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04 Apr 2022 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Ofgem, the regulatory authority for the gas and electricity markets in Great Britain, seeking a contractor for a project titled "Finance System, Software & Maintenance." This initiative, classified under the software industry, is located in London, England. The procurement method is open, adhering to the open procedure standards, and has reached the award stage. The contract period commences on 1 April 2022 and concludes on 31 March 2024, with a total contract value of £141,040, where £52,233 has been awarded to Sapphire Systems Plc. The tender's deadline was 1 January 2022.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in finance system software, maintenance, and support services, particularly those small and medium enterprises (SMEs) aiming to expand their portfolio within public sector contracts. Companies that offer comprehensive software solutions, ongoing technical support, and consultancy services will find themselves well-suited to compete. Furthermore, firms experienced in financial information systems and database management may also benefit from this opportunity, enabling potential growth through collaboration with Ofgem.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Finance System, Software & Maintenance

Notice Description

A requirement for providing and maintaining software to service Ofgem's finance, procurement and reporting systems. This includes software licences, ongoing support and maintenance; provision of a helpdesk service and the option to access ad hoc consultancy support. This also includes version upgrades, as part of the standard helpdesk. Current systems include: i. SUN systems (currently version 6.2) ii. Vision - Q&A iii. Draycir Spindle iv. Infor BI

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-643e9265-d792-4541-a4bb-923085ea0a91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8afefd82-4ea2-4a38-a4fc-a71145fd8608
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48442000 - Financial systems software package

48610000 - Database systems

48812000 - Financial information systems

72250000 - System and support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£141,040 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,233 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Apr 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20224 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 2-3 years
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
OFGEM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAPPHIRE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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