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Move to the cloud feasbility study and network review

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY has recently concluded a procurement process for a project titled "Move to the cloud feasibility study and network review" within the industry category of computer-related professional services. The contract, valued at £41,500, was awarded to PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS following a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 7 March 2018, whereas the contract was executed from 8 March to 30 March 2018, with delivery addresses situated in both London and the West Midlands.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in IT infrastructure assessment, cloud services, and network optimization. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in transitioning services to cloud environments, particularly those offering scalable IT solutions, would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage in these processes, reflecting Ofwat's openness to diverse supplier participation.

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Notice Title

Move to the cloud feasbility study and network review

Notice Description

Ofwat requires the Supplier to undertake a study to deliver the outcomes listed below for the cloud study and for the Network Review. Both studies to be completed and delivered by 31 March 2018. Outcomes: a) An assessment of Ofwat's current IT infrastructure and its suitability for being delivered through cloud based services; b) The benefits of delivering this IT infrastructure through cloud based services; c) An assessment of Ofwat's existing server estate and the risks involved in not migrating to the cloud, the probability of those risk materialising, the impact of that happening and any potential mitigation; d) A recommendation (and explanation) as to the logical groupings for migrating all of Ofwat's IT infrastructure to the cloud; e) A detailed implementation plan (including both Supplier and Ofwat resources required along with timescales and confidence levels) for moving the services to the cloud in line with the recommendation; f) A clear set of cost options for delivering this plan. The costings can include ranges but Ofwat would not expect the ranges to vary by more than 25%. The assumptions and cost drivers underlying the estimates should be clearly set out; g) The Supplier shall undertake one set of revisions to the study based on feedback provided by Ofwat. The network review shall review Ofwat's network link between London and Birmingham, its connections to the Intranet and its use of the PSN. The report following the network review shall: a) Assess the suitability and resilience of Ofwat's network connections for its current level and pattern of usage; b) Assess the extent to which the current system will meet Ofwat's future requirements taking into account Ofwat's recently increased staffing level, the recommendations of the cloud study above, Ofwat's desire to increase its usage of Skype for Business and other VOIP communications and the Supplier's knowledge of how the demands on Ofwat's network are likely to increase based on trends in comparable organisations. c) Make recommendations to address the issues identified in a) and b) (and any other issues connected to the network) in order to improve its resilience and/or effectiveness and/or reduce its cost; d) Shall provide costings for implementing the recommendations in c). The costings can include ranges but Ofwat would not expect the ranges to vary by more than 25%. The assumptions and cost drivers underlying the estimates should be clearly set out. e) The Supplier shall undertake one set of revisions to the study based on feedback provided by Ofwat. Additional information: Using Ofwat's Strategic Partner for Co Sourcing Delivery Model for Support Services Framework Agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d6dbf9aa-dae0-40c7-a19b-1463285bc71d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d841d42-e254-4bf6-82b7-57e725018881
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 20187 years ago
Contract Period
8 Mar 2018 - 30 Mar 2018 30 days
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
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), TLI London

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS

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