Tender

Oracle Fusion - Service Manager

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Dec 2021 at 14:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Service Manager for the implementation of Oracle Fusion, with the tender titled "Oracle Fusion - Service Manager." This procurement falls under the services category and is based in West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 4th January 2022. The contract is anticipated to commence on 10th January 2022 and will last until 31st March 2022. The procurement process is being conducted via an open procedure, providing all interested parties the opportunity to apply.

This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services and project management. Companies with experience in system implementations, particularly those familiar with Oracle products, would be ideally suited to compete for this contract. By engaging in this project, businesses can not only contribute to the digital transformation of a local authority but also establish long-term working relationships within the public sector, positioning themselves for future contract opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Oracle Fusion - Service Manager

Notice Description

Service Manager (Oracle Fusion) Rate of Pay: Can you please let me know what rate your candidate is looking for at the time of submission Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Working from Home Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: The council is currently in the process of implementing Oracle Fusion, having been using Oracle E-Business Suite to date. We require a Service Manager to act as overall Project Manager for up to a 12 weeks, with a possible extension. This is expected to take us past the go live date so that the postholder can continue to work with directorates across the council to ensure best use is made of the new system. The duties are summarised below: - o Support the Implementation Manager by creating and maintaining focus and momentum within the business, managing resources, interfaces and dependencies o Enable business decisions and process re-design, resolving issues and initiating appropriate corrective action including working closely with the Implementation Manager to ensure existing and new business operations are delivered into Fusion and into operational use o Preparing affected business areas for transition to new ways of working, including defining roles, responsibilities, platform ownership and contract management o Take the lead on council readiness and transition management, ensuring that business is managed during the transition and the process changes are effectively integrated into the business o Ensuring internal and external business stakeholders are engaged and informed throughout the project implementation phases o Maintain existing and establish new relationships with other Local Authority Fusion customers to overcome challenges and share knowledge o Working closely with Implementation Manager to manage the overall Fusion budget, risks and issues and reporting assurance to Board Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor This role falls inside of IR35 You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunit... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64a77b69-4b84-45a7-92aa-d09ca065429a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B70 8SZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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