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MD25070-HR and Payroll System

MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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08 Apr 2026 at 10:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the HR and Payroll System, titled "MD25070-HR and Payroll System," was initiated by the Mid Devon District Council, situated in Tiverton, England. The tender, classified under the industry category of time accounting or human resources software packages (CPV: 48450000), concluded in the award stage with a contract valued at £201,789, formally awarded to Zellis on 31st March 2026. This direct award procurement method was chosen to secure a comprehensive HR and Payroll solution, including self-service capabilities and staff training, with the contract set to commence on 1st April 2026 and complete by 30th March 2029.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the development and supply of human resources and payroll software solutions, especially those capable of facilitating self-service and development training. Enterprises classified as SMEs or VCSEs are well-suited to pursue similar opportunities due to the expressed suitability in the procurement details. The awarded contract underscores the potential for growth within the administrative software industry, providing a platform for solution providers to showcase their capabilities in streamlining HR and payroll operations within public sector organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MD25070-HR and Payroll System

Notice Description

A HR & Payroll solution for staff, including self-service. Alongside training for staff to support development Additional information: As seen on Contracts register

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9a68acf2-b099-4cf7-aed2-cffb7839e25e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9813a030-769a-4164-ab72-24c631ba0af8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£201,789 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 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
MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TIVERTON
Postcode
EX16 6PP
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Mid Devon
Electoral Ward
Tiverton Castle
Westminster Constituency
Tiverton and Minehead

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZELLIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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