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HR Systems

UK EXPORT FINANCE

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11 Jun 2025 at 13:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "HR Systems" contract, initiated by UK Export Finance, has reached the award stage, with an active award status as of 6th June 2025. This contract falls under the services category, specifically targeting the time accounting or human resources software package sector. Located in London, England, the procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 7th June 2025 to 6th June 2029. The awarded value of the contract is £467,000, and the supplier is MHR International. This process was aimed at ensuring participation suitability for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in human resources software solutions and those capable of scale within specified frameworks. Enterprises that can deliver sophisticated HR systems and provide ongoing support over a multi-year period would benefit greatly. SMEs and VCSEs will find this contract appealing due to its inclusive suitability criteria, allowing them to compete alongside larger enterprises like MHR International, thereby expanding their presence in the public sector market. This opportunity can serve as a stepping stone for businesses looking to embed themselves in high-value, long-term government contracts.

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Notice Title

HR Systems

Notice Description

HR systems for UKEF

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d3154ecf-48ce-4b4f-a737-018bc3bc3bc8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13b9d49d-9bf4-4106-ae15-f9ae602e27fa
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£467,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£467,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jun 2025 - 6 Jun 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK EXPORT FINANCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukexportfinance.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HQ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MHR INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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