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Ofwat Board Software

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY

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20 Aug 2018 at 10:34

Summary of the contracting process

The WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY has recently completed a procurement process for the "Ofwat Board Software," classified under networking software packages. This open tender, using an open procedure, concluded on 8th June 2018, with a contract period extending from 9th July 2018 to 8th July 2021. The location for delivery options spans the West Midlands and London, with a total awarded value of £27,800. Interested parties can find additional information by contacting procurement@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and maintenance, particularly those capable of providing a secure, user-friendly solution compatible with various operating systems and devices. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who can demonstrate expertise in licensing, document management systems, and user training would be particularly well-suited to compete in this market, benefiting from the open nature of the procurement process as well as the regulatory focus of the Water Services Regulation Authority.

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Notice Title

Ofwat Board Software

Notice Description

General * We will require a minimum of 30 licences - 20 users and 10 administrators. The supplier must detail the options and process for increasing the licence count if required by the customer at a later date during the term of the contract. * The solution must be compatible with existing client devices - Microsoft Surface Pro (Windows 8.1 and Windows 10), Apple iPads and iPhones (IOS 11) * The solution must be compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 and Safari * The solution must be compatible with documents produced in Microsoft Office 2013 and 2016 (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and PDF documents. * The supplier must detail how the system will be accessed e.g. via use of an app * If client software is required to be installed on a Windows computer the supplier must confirm whether an offline executable file is available for software installation. It should be noted that the customer's users do not have local admin rights to install software and cannot download executable files from the internet and any software installation would need to be carried out by the customer's internal IT team. Administrative functionality * The system must be secure, comprehensible, fast and reliable. * The meeting organisers/administrators must have full access to the system to operate and make required changes at any time. * Ability to upload multiple documents at a time including large documents containing diagrams, graphs etc. * Ability to quickly convert uploaded documents into PDF format. * The system must have options in terms of sharing sensitive information, setting document expiry and different access permissions to documents. * A separate area to upload optional reading material for users e.g. documents that do not form an agenda item but should be easily accessible to users if needed. * Ability to update the meeting information and upload documents after publishing documents to users * Need comprehensive training with guidance handouts to refer to if required. * Receive notifications in advance about system upgrades. * Allow removing names of former users/entities. * Allow updating resolution types in global setup. * The system must have functionality for administrators to control and update features e.g. setting up accounts for users, activating accounts once software is installed and registered on devices, resetting passwords * Ability to upload documents directly from OneDrive. User Functionality * Users should be able to use another app while downloading documents/updating meeting information without system being paused/crashed. * Allow printing of documents and emailing/printing of annotations. * Enable users to download documents online and offline from any location. * Add private or shared annotations and notes to documents online and offline, before, during and after the meetings. * Clear and easy navigation * No impact on meeting etiquette, e.g. people being distracted through use of electronic devices. Additional information: For further information, please contact: procurement@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d350e946-0a33-408e-87f0-e38b12f9a44d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5989b28e-f8b3-4faa-8d1b-8fd4bb53da3e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48210000 - Networking software package

72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jul 20187 years ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2018 - 8 Jul 2021 3-4 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
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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), TLI London

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TEAM SOLUTIONZ

Further Information

Notice Documents

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