Award

Finance System

BROADS AUTHORITY

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Award

05 Dec 2024 at 09:29

Award Notice
Tender

19 Apr 2024 at 10:52

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Broads Authority has concluded the procurement process for a new finance system, previously managed by Access Dimensions version 2.51j, which will no longer be supported after 06/03/2025. The new solution aims to be a modern and flexible system with ongoing support. This tender falls under the 'Financial systems software package' industry category [CPV: 48442000] and also covers accounting software and systems as well as financial information systems. Based in Norwich, East of England, the procurement method utilised was open procedure (below threshold). Key dates include the tender period ending on 31/05/2024 and the contract period running from 05/08/2024 to 04/08/2029. The value of this procurement ranges from an initial minimum of £90,000 to an awarded contract value of £165,000.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in financial systems software development and support, particularly those capable of providing long-term, flexible solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have a good chance to compete in this tender due to its suitability criteria. Companies offering innovative financial software packages and ongoing technical support services would be well-positioned to benefit from this contract, fostering business growth through a long-term partnership with the Broads Authority. The awarded supplier for this contract is ACCESS UK Ltd, indicating that large-scale suppliers also participate competitively in such tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Finance System

Notice Description

The Authority currently uses Access Dimensions version 2.51j on premise which will no longer be supported from 06/03/25. The Authority is looking to move to a modern, flexible solution with ongoing support.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b4a9523c-75ce-4060-8fa4-9a2a2f7af017
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecef77c0-d764-4448-91b7-5b6be729d6bc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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

48442000 - Financial systems software package

48443000 - Accounting software package

48444000 - Accounting system

48812000 - Financial information systems

72212442 - Financial systems software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,676 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 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
BROADS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Emma Krelle
Contact Email
emma.krelle@broads-authority.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01603 610734

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 1RY
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Thorpe Hamlet
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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