Tender

Cobalt - ICT services 2017-21

SYMPHONY HOUSING GROUP

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is led by Symphony Housing Group, seeking to procure ICT services for its Cobalt Housing division under the title "Cobalt - ICT services 2017-21". The procurement falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on software package and information systems, and is located in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Currently in the Tender stage, the deadline for submissions is 5th July 2016, with the contract period set to begin on 1st April 2017 and last until 31st March 2021. The estimated total value of the contract is £5,400,000, which may potentially be renewed for an additional 10 years if all options to extend are utilised.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the ICT sector, particularly those specialising in software development, hardware supply, installation, and ongoing maintenance and support services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this contract offers a chance to establish a long-term relationship with a prominent housing provider, thus enhancing their portfolio and market presence in a growing sector focused on social housing initiatives.

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Notice Title

Cobalt - ICT services 2017-21

Notice Description

Cobalt Housing requires certain hardware and elements of software to be provided, installed and supported to enable it to deliver a range of social housing activities to its customers. This includes both communications, ICT equipment and software. Cobalt is currently part of Symphony Housing Group but expects to leave the Group in April 2017. The Group has provided the majority of aspects of Cobalt's IT and communications hardware, software and support, as further described in the Draft Specification document available to download through the URL indicated in this notice. These aspects include housing management, finance, facilities, asset management, electronic document management, e-procurement and mobile working. Cobalt is looking to procure hardware, software, support and maintenance to enable it to operate as a housing provider independent from Symphony Housing Group. Duration in months: 48 (April 2017-March 2021) This contract is subject to renewal. The contract is likely to be for a 4 year term with the option for Cobalt to renew the contract 3 further times for periods of up to 2 years (i.e. up to 10 years if all options to extend are used). Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/symphonyhousing/aspx/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bef95306-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7374b4-260d-49d9-9bc3-e5e6f4bd6d68
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

45 - Construction work

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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


CPV Codes

30211300 - Computer platforms

30213000 - Personal computers

30213100 - Portable computers

30236000 - Miscellaneous computer equipment

30237200 - Computer accessories

30237300 - Computer supplies

45314320 - Installation of computer cabling

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48151000 - Computer control system

48822000 - Computer servers

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

50312000 - Maintenance and repair of computer equipment

72140000 - Computer hardware acceptance testing consultancy services

72541000 - Computer expansion services

72611000 - Technical computer support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2021 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L11 2SF
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
West Derby Muirhead
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Walton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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