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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) sought to find an outsourced partner for the provision of Commercial Finance FVRA Service, classifying under the industry category of financial information systems (CPV: 48812000). This contract spans numerous locations, including the United Kingdom and other global regions, indicating a comprehensive service requirement. The procurement method employed was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value amounting to GBP 4,500,000. The contract has been awarded to ARVATO LIMITED and runs from 1st July 2023 to 30th June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in financial information systems, particularly those capable of managing large-scale and geographically diverse operations. Although tailored for large enterprises, given the contract scale and the CCS's preference, companies offering robust financial assessment services are well-suited to deliver on the outlined requirements. By engaging in such high-profile contracts, businesses can expand their market reach and enhance their reputation within the public sector, leading to further growth and client acquisitions. However, the involvement requires considerable expertise and resources, limiting suitability for SMEs and VCSEs under the current specifications.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Commercial Finance FVRA Service for Crown Commercial Service

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is seeking an Outsourced Partner to deliver the provision of the Commercial Finance assessment service.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d17d054c-8886-438d-8c73-86c7c7b15322
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0982501-f6c0-441c-b035-63ecc77ccc06
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48812000 - Financial information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Mar 20233 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2023 - 30 Jun 2026 3-4 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
Crown Commercial Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Postcode Area
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Arvato Limited

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