Tender

Contact Centre Software (Microsoft 365 Platform)

THRIVE HOMES LIMITED

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Tender

22 Sep 2021 at 07:38

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process concerns Thrive Homes Limited, which is seeking suppliers for a project titled "Contact Centre Software (Microsoft 365 Platform)." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically in the software and information systems industry. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 25th October 2021, and the intended contract period begins on 25th October 2021, following the bid opening at the same time. The contract is valued at £470,000 and aims to enhance technology usage within the organisation, focusing on operational efficiency and improved service delivery.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for technology and software companies, particularly those specializing in Microsoft 365 and cloud-based solutions. Businesses that can demonstrate experience in providing similar software solutions, especially within the social housing sector, would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, as Thrive Homes embarks on a three-year programme to modernise their IT infrastructure, this initiative will likely benefit firms interested in long-term contracts and support options, with potential extensions over time.

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Notice Title

Contact Centre Software (Microsoft 365 Platform)

Notice Description

The provision of contact centre software within a Microsoft 365 platform

Lot Information

Lot 1

Thrive wants to embark on a business transformation programme which will improve front and back end services for both customers and colleagues. The way in which the social housing sector makes use of IT is undergoing a radical change, often utilising cloud-based technologies that allow information to flow seamlessly throughout an organisation, ideally suited to an agile and mobile operating environment. Thrive's Strategic Framework includes strategic objectives for customers, staff, and technology. The strategic objectives of "a good place to work" wants to see more people work remotely and recognise that a "one size fits all" model doesn't meet the expectations of different generations. In respect of the technology the strategic objectives are to develop the role of technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness for both customers and staff. To meet these strategic objectives, it is clear that the number of different applications and it uses, as this complexity is hindering achievement of its strategic objectives, which is concentrated around growth, financial resilience, enhanced working environment and a fair deal for customers. In March 2021 Thrive's board agreed a business case to deploy the Microsoft 365 technology stack over a three-year programme in the form of an Enterprise Resource Planning tool replacing legacy systems. Procurement is underway for all solutions. It is anticipated that this contract will mobilise January 2022 with Go Live by April 2022.

Options: The contract will be for an initial term of 48 months with two optional 12 month extension periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e350
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023517-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£470,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£470,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THRIVE HOMES LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@thrivehomes.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Postcode
HP3 9TD
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire

Local Authority
Dacorum
Electoral Ward
Kings Langley
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

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