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C0974 IT Smart Testing Kainos

NATIONAL WEALTH FUND LIMITED

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25 Apr 2025 at 15:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process details the awarding of a contract by National Wealth Fund Limited, based in Leeds, England, for IT Smart Testing services provided by Kainos Software Limited. The contract, titled "C0974 IT Smart Testing Kainos," falls under the Software package and information systems industry category. With a procurement method defined as a call-off from a framework agreement, the process is in the award stage with the contract period set from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2027. The total value of the contract is £225,225, and it is geared towards software testing services for Workday modules. The contract was awarded on 28th March 2025, with relevant documentation published on 25th April 2025.

This tender represents an opportunity for growth within the software services sector, specifically for businesses specialising in IT solutions related to Workday systems. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in providing automated testing services, particularly in areas such as HCM, Security, Financials, and other modules specific to Workday, are well-suited to compete in similar opportunities. The contract's value and extension potential make it an attractive prospect for SMEs looking to expand their involvement in public sector projects, enhancing both reputation and experience in dealing with high-value IT service contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

C0974 IT Smart Testing Kainos

Notice Description

Kainos smart testing for Workday. Kainos Smart Test, built exclusively for Workday, enables non-technical users to create repeatable automated tests for Workday modules:- HCM, Security, Financials, Payroll, Recruitment, Advanced Compensation, Talent and Performance, Learning and integrations. NWF has the option to purchase various additional modules for smart testing of its Workday solution as set out in the contract. The value of such additional services are not included in the value of this notice. If these are purchased this notice will be updated accordingly. NWF has awarded this contract on the basis of a 2 year agreement with the option to extend for a further year.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fdd74756-f5b5-4b8c-b343-92fc53e3825f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef673914-a9c1-47d9-9518-1468c3e665eb
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,225 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£225,225 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 May 2027 1-2 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
NATIONAL WEALTH FUND LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4HR
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KAINOS SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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