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ID 3416855 - DfC - NILGOSC - Provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management Solution

NI LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICERS' SUPERANNUATION COMMITTEE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Sep 2021 at 12:44

Tender

07 Jul 2021 at 15:25

Summary of the contracting process

The NI Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee (NILGOSC) is seeking to procure a managed solution for the Provision, Implementation, and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management System. This tender falls within the services sector, specifically classified under computer-related services. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, following a completed tender process with an estimated contract value between £300,000 and £400,000 over a period of 10 years and 6 months, having received prior business case approval for £300,000 excluding VAT. The award was made to Sherwood Systems Limited, and the contract was signed on 30 September 2021.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for technology and consultancy firms that specialise in integrated software solutions, particularly those that can deliver on financial systems and contract management. Businesses capable of providing data migration services, training, and proactive engagement in product development will be particularly well-suited to compete. Moreover, firms with an understanding of the latest technological advancements in e-business that align with NILGOSC's objectives to enhance operational efficiencies will find this tender appealing, as successful contractors must remain responsive to evolving business needs throughout the contract's duration.

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Notice Title

ID 3416855 - DfC - NILGOSC - Provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management Solution

Notice Description

Northern Ireland Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee (NILGOSC) wish to procure a COTS solution for the provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management System. A managed solution is required which will transform its current business tools and processes and deliver efficiencies by exploiting current and emerging technology matched to the current and future needs of NILGOSC's business. The deliverables required of this project are: * Provision, Implementation and Support of a finance, procurement and contract management solution * The proposed solution must enable users to utilise the latest technologies and e-business developments * The Proposed solution must Integrate with NILGOSC existing third-party platforms * The Contractor must provide Data Migration from legacy platforms into the new solution during implementation phase. * The Contractor must provide user training for NILGOSC staff. * The Contractor must proactively engage with NILGOSC to recommend development/upgrades to ensure the business solution exploits emerging technological advancements for the benefit of the NILGOSC pension fund model and continues to grow with the needs of the business throughout the life of the contract. The Contractor must provide enhancements/upgrades to the client if and when required throughout the life of the contract.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Northern Ireland Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee (NILGOSC) wish to procure a COTS solution for the provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management System. A managed solution is required which will transform its current business tools and processes and deliver efficiencies by exploiting current and emerging technology matched to the current and future needs of NILGOSC's business. The deliverables required of this project are: * Provision, Implementation and Support of a finance, procurement and contract management solution * The proposed solution must enable users to utilise the latest technologies and e-business developments * The Proposed solution must Integrate with NILGOSC existing third-party platforms * The Contractor must provide Data Migration from legacy platforms into the new solution during implementation phase. * The Contractor must provide user training for NILGOSC staff. * The Contractor must proactively engage with NILGOSC to recommend development/upgrades to ensure the business solution exploits emerging technological advancements for the benefit of the NILGOSC pension fund model and continues to grow with the needs of the business throughout the life of the contract. The Contractor must provide enhancements/upgrades to the client if and when required throughout the life of the contract. Additional information: The estimated value of this contract is in the range of PS300K - PS400K over a 10 year 6 month period.NILGOSC currently have business case approval for PS300,000 excluding VAT.

Options: After the initial contract period of 5 years and 6 months which includes implementation period there will be an option to extend the contract for a further two periods. A 3 year extension and then a 2 year extension; 5 yrs 6 months + 3yrs + 2 yrs.

Renewal: This contract will be potentially be due to be re-procured after initial contract period or following any extension period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c4f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024310-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72500000 - Computer-related services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£474,979 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
This contract will potentially be due to be re-procured after the initial contract period and/or following any extensions.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NI LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICERS' SUPERANNUATION COMMITTEE
Contact Name
SSDAdmin.CPDfinance-ni.gov.uk
Contact Email
ssdadmin.cpd@finance-ni.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT4 2LP
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Belmont
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHERWOOD SYSTEMS

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