Tender

Ivy Learning Trust Human Resources System

IVY LEARNING TRUST C/O SSC PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

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Tender

17 Nov 2023 at 11:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Ivy Learning Trust, in partnership with SSC Partnership, is inviting tenders for a centralised Human Resources IT Package to support its 14 schools across Enfield and Hertfordshire. The Trust requires a system that can be easily managed and accessed by all schools, offering cost savings, improved data provision, and online self-service features. Tender queries must be submitted by 11th December 2023, with submissions due by 18th December 2023. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an evaluation planned based on the most economically advantageous tender.

This tender presents an opportunity for IT companies specializing in time accounting or human resources software development services to compete for a contract with the Ivy Learning Trust. Businesses offering cloud-based solutions with advanced DBS-cleared staff for on-site visits and comprehensive self-service features for managers and staff have a competitive edge. The contract period is set to start in January 2024, with a duration of 3 years and a possible 2-year extension. Interested parties can submit their tenders electronically or in writing, ensuring compliance with the stated submission terms and deadlines.

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Notice Title

Ivy Learning Trust Human Resources System

Notice Description

SSC Partnership on behalf of the Ivy Learning Trust are currently out to tender for the provision of a centralised Human Resources IT Package to support the schools within the Trust and aid in their future growth.The Client, a Multi-School Trust, consists of 14 schools across Enfield and Hertfordshire. The Client is currently expanding and requires a uniform, robust, and easily managed HR system in place which can be distributed and utilised by all schools. The system must create efficiencies, cost savings, improve data provision and allow online self-service by staff whilst having the capabilities to be added to as the Client expands and becomes responsible for more schools. Tender queries must be received by 11th December 2023.Tender submissions must be received by 18th December 2023.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Client, a Multi-School Trust, consists of 14 schools across Enfield and Hertfordshire. The Client is currently expanding and requires a uniform, robust, and easily managed HR system in place which can be distributed and utilised by all schools. The system must create efficiencies, cost savings, improve data provision and allow online self-service by staff whilst having the capabilities to be added to as the Client expands and becomes responsible for more schools. There are currently different specialist IT systems in place with HR provisions, which are outside the core HR data management system. This means that many administrative tasks are carried out manually by HR staff instead of uniformly. The system needs to be cloud based to allow ease of access for the Client to all information provided by each school. The Client is willing to either procure the relevant software or access to a system which is hosted on the provider's site. Options should be provided for both, or either. As the Client consists of multiple schools, it is preferential for any on-site visits to be undertaken by a member of staff with Advanced DBS clearance which has been obtained within the past 3 years. Should training or implementation only require online access, this will not be necessary.Self-service should be available to managers and staff over several functions including completing and signing off performance reviews, completing sickness or absence forms, and booking and approving of leave or training courses.Implementation of the system is vital for the Client, and ensuring the system is accessible to all schools will be required January 2024. This is inclusive of all necessary training, installations, and set up. A full implementation plan will be required as part of the tender documentation and will need to be approved by the Client, with all dates agreed upon.Tenders will be evaluated using a method known as MEAT (most economically advantageous tender). There will be mandatory and desirable requirements.- Mandatory requirements are stipulations which must be present, or the tender will be eliminated from the evaluation.- Desirable characteristics are elements of the tender which are to be scored by the Client.A panel of the Client's staff will undertake the evaluation process. The Client will consider quality and price in the evaluation of tenders. These are weighted to reflect relative importance and scored accordingly.The full evaluation methodology breakdown and the factors to be considered in judging the award criteria are set out in the Invitation to Tender document.

Renewal: The duration of the contract will initially be for a period of 36 Months (3 Years) followed by an optional extension of 24 Months (2 Years).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-041ac0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034065-2023
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

48810000 - Information systems

72212450 - Time accounting or human resources software development services

72222300 - Information technology services

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Jan 2024 - 21 Jan 2027 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IVY LEARNING TRUST C/O SSC PARTNERSHIP LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info@sscpartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1702338880

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Postcode
SS1 1EF
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC, TLI54 Enfield

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Milton
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

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