Award

HR/Payroll Software System (iTrent)

BRACKNELL FOREST BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

03 Sep 2025 at 15:11

Award

30 Jul 2025 at 16:28

Award

30 Jul 2025 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

Bracknell Forest Borough Council has successfully completed a procurement process for the provision of an HR/Payroll Software System, specifically the iTrent system. This contract falls within the software package and information systems industry category and will serve the council's locality in Bracknell, UKJ11 region. The procurement process adopted was a direct award, justified by the iTrent system’s compatibility with existing council software and the potential disruption and costs of switching systems. The contract, valued at £1,440,337, is active as of 1st September 2025 and will continue until 30th January 2032. The award was made to MHR International UK Limited, indicating the process is in the 'Award' stage.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software package and systems integration, particularly those with expertise in HR and payroll applications. Large enterprises with existing frameworks supporting public authorities stand a favourable chance, given the technical requirements and the project's alignment with Bracknell Forest Borough's operational needs. Engaging with such contracts not only fosters relationships with public sector clients but also enhances one's portfolio and visibility in delivering tailored software solutions for government entities.

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Notice Title

HR/Payroll Software System (iTrent)

Notice Description

Provision of HR/Payroll Software System (iTrent)

Procurement Information

This is a contract for iTrent which is our existing HR and Payroll software. It currently meets our requirements and integrates with key existing council software. Implementing new software at this stage would be costly and cause unnecessary disruption to key council services, operations and support to Bracknell Forest residents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056987
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053655-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,440,337 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,440,337 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 30 Jan 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRACKNELL FOREST BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.team@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRACKNELL
Postcode
RG12 1JD
Post Town
Reading
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Town Centre & The Parks
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MHR INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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