Award

The provision of the SMART Automated Test & Gold subscription (HCM, Security, Recruitment & Financials)

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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Award

25 Jul 2024 at 09:44

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, headquartered in Richmond, England, has completed the procurement process for the provision of the SMART Automated Test & Gold Subscription (HCM, Security, Recruitment & Financials) with Kainos Worksmart Ltd. This contract falls under the Software package and information systems industry category. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 23rd July 2024, with the contract awarded on 24th July 2024. The contract period will begin on 8th August 2024 and end on 7th August 2026. The total value of the contract is £136,500 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses involved in software solutions and information systems services. As a call-off from a framework agreement, it allows well-established companies with the relevant experience in automated testing and human capital management systems to secure a substantial contract with a prominent public entity like The National Archives. Although not directly targeting VCSEs, SMEs can find it viable, given the comprehensive scope and competitive budget. Businesses specialising in security, recruitment, and financial software packages are particularly well-suited for such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The provision of the SMART Automated Test & Gold subscription (HCM, Security, Recruitment & Financials)

Notice Description

Workday - The provision of the SMART Automated Test & Gold subscription (HCM, Security, Recruitment & Financials)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-abc6934d-23b4-4993-aadb-65ae108c1a69
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98e6212d-c98e-4200-b93f-89608127b9ae
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£136,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£136,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
7 Aug 2024 - 7 Aug 2026 1-2 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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KAINOS WORKSMART

Further Information

Notice Documents

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