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SunSystems Support Maintenance and Development Services

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY

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20 Mar 2017 at 16:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY is currently engaged in a public procurement process for "SunSystems Support Maintenance and Development Services," focusing on IT services including consulting and software development. This tender has reached the award stage, with a contract awarded to Sapphire Systems plc for a total value of £131,000. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, with the contract commencing on 24th February 2017 and set to conclude on 23rd February 2020. The service will be delivered at a location in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in maintenance, technical support, and consultancy for financial software systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative support and development solutions would be well-suited to compete, while larger firms may also find strategic advantages in expanding their service offerings in this niche market. The contract’s focus on short-term consultancy and training services additionally opens avenues for firms looking to demonstrate expertise in enhancing finance systems through ongoing development and support.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SunSystems Support Maintenance and Development Services

Notice Description

Ofwat requires maintenance and technical support for SunSystems Version 6.02.01 for a three (3) year period commencing in February 2017. Additionally consultancy, delivery and training services will be required on an ad-hoc basis to facilitate further development and enhancement of the current finance systems. Additional information: For further information, please contact: procurement@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b77fba65-0fac-48c1-90f7-e1c18618e7d3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fa59abe-a602-4a3d-99be-ee7739c98e13
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£131,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20179 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2017 - 23 Feb 2020 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
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mailbox@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAPPHIRE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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