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ACL Data Management System

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 Sep 2024 at 11:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process outlined is for the "ACL Data Management System" spearheaded by Essex County Council, one of the UK's regional authorities. The contract, valued at £152,150.42, pertains to database services within the adult education sector, specifically to manage the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) contract. The procurement method used was limited, with no prior publication of a call for competition, owing to the waiver approved under Internal Rule 20. The contract, classified under CPV code 72320000, was awarded to West March Systems Limited on 26th September 2024, and it covers the delivery and maintenance of the software crucial for managing the ACL programme over the next three years. Key details include the location in the UKH3 region and the finalisation of the award stage.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in database and management information systems, particularly those focusing on educational software. Given its managed service nature, companies experienced in delivering high-value, scalable IT solutions to regional and local authorities would be well-suited to compete in similar contracts. The direct award process ensures continuity and minimises disruption, which underscores the importance of reliability and proven track records for potential suppliers. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like West March Systems Limited that can meet the specific requirements and deliver robust support services will find opportunities to foster long-term partnerships with public sector entities.

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Notice Title

ACL Data Management System

Notice Description

For the procurement of a MI System (adult education software) that supports ACL to manage the ESFA contract. ACL are the third largest provider in the country. They manage an PS8 million government contract from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) covering a wide range of curriculum provision including accredited learning, non-accredited learning, Apprenticeship, Skills Bootcamps, bespoke projects and employer led provision.

Lot Information

Lot 1

For the procurement of a MI System (adult education software) that supports ACL to manage the ESFA contract. ACL are the third largest provider in the country. They manage an PS8 million government contract from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) covering a wide range of curriculum provision including accredited learning, non-accredited learning, Apprenticeship, Skills Bootcamps, bespoke projects and employer led provision.

Procurement Information

A Waiver was approved to depart from Internal Rule 20 - General Principles Across Medium Risk Procurements: Where a contract total value exceeds PS100,000 yet falls below the relevant European Thresholds a simplified tender process is required. This contract is for PS152,150.40 which is below the PCR2015 threshold. There are no provisions within the existing contract to extend the agreement. This necessitates a direct award to ensure continuity of service without disruption - Terms is a business critical piece of software so we need to retain the system for the next 3 years as we expect the whole process including moving to a new solution to take 3 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04a393
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030973-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72320000 - Database services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£152,150 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Georgia Agius
Contact Email
georgia.agius@essex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WEST MARCH SYSTEMS

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