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Platform Housing Group (PHG) is seeking to implement a modern and efficient Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to enhance our recruitment capabilities, streamline the hiring process, and support our strategic goals. This ATS will replace our existing system, enabling PHG to achieve a more integrated, data-driven approach to recruitment. The system is expected to provide a "single version of the truth" for candidate data and recruitment activities, driving efficiency, and improving the candidate experience. This tender process will enable HR leaders to make an objective decision regarding the selection of an appropriate Systems Implementation partner to deliver the future core Applican

PLATFORM HOUSING GROUP

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Award

21 Mar 2025 at 10:20

Tender

02 Dec 2024 at 16:15

Summary of the contracting process

Platform Housing Group (PHG) is implementing a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to enhance recruitment capabilities and streamline its hiring process. The tender, classified under "Software package and information systems" with additional classification in human resources and recruitment services, covers a broad location range including the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and beyond. The procurement stage is in the award phase, with the selection of eArcu Ltd as the supplier. Key dates include the tender closing on 8th January 2025, with the contract running from 1st May 2025 until 30th April 2030. This process follows an open procurement method, as part of a complete procurement status.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in HR software solutions and systems integration. The scope of the project includes providing a comprehensive and integrated ATS that can streamline recruitment processes and improve data management. Businesses with a strong background in implementing similar systems and offering innovative technological solutions will find this opportunity particularly fitting. The procurement's focus on efficiency and improved candidate experience highlights the demand for cutting-edge solutions capable of delivering robust and user-friendly recruitment software.

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Notice Title

Platform Housing Group (PHG) is seeking to implement a modern and efficient Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to enhance our recruitment capabilities, streamline the hiring process, and support our strategic goals. This ATS will replace our existing system, enabling PHG to achieve a more integrated, data-driven approach to recruitment. The system is expected to provide a "single version of the truth" for candidate data and recruitment activities, driving efficiency, and improving the candidate experience. This tender process will enable HR leaders to make an objective decision regarding the selection of an appropriate Systems Implementation partner to deliver the future core Applican

Notice Description

Platform Housing Group (PHG) is seeking to implement a modern and efficient Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to enhance our recruitment capabilities, streamline the hiring process, and support our strategic goals. This ATS will replace our existing system, enabling PHG to achieve a more integrated, data-driven approach to recruitment. The system is expected to provide a "single version of the truth" for candidate data and recruitment activities, driving efficiency, and improving the candidate experience. This tender process will enable HR leaders to make an objective decision regarding the selection of an appropriate Systems Implementation partner to deliver the future core Applicant Tracking System.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-83cf0126-0986-4257-8944-9134f53e5a7c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6457215a-31f8-4efd-849c-bbe1811d8f25
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£244,744 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLATFORM HOUSING GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B37 7YD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Bickenhill
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EARCU

Further Information

Notice Documents

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