Tender

Single Supplier Framework Agreement for SaaS Platform Client Side Advisory for Implementation and Post Implementation Period (Project Prime)

ENERGIA GROUP NI HOLDINGS LIMITED

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Tender

15 Oct 2025 at 16:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Energia Group NI Holdings Limited, a private utility company based in Belfast, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Single Supplier Framework Agreement for SaaS Platform Client Side Advisory for Implementation and Post Implementation Period (Project Prime)," is seeking a Client Side Advisor for a comprehensive ERP implementation. This falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The tender is currently active in the tender stage, with key procurement dates including an enquiry period ending on 10th November 2025 and a tender submission deadline on 17th November 2025. The anticipated award period concludes on 8th December 2025. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure for a framework agreement without reopening competition, targeting services above the specified threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in ERP implementation and SaaS solutions. Companies with a proven track record in successfully delivering Tier 1 systems, offering robust advisory services, and providing strategic insights into programme phasing and implementation will find this tender particularly beneficial. The framework aims to appoint a single supplier to manage both implementation and potential enhancements, making it suitable for service providers capable of handling complex and scalable IT projects across the UK and Ireland. With a gross contract value of £1.8 million GBP, this represents a substantial prospect for business growth and service expansion in the utilities sector.

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Notice Title

Single Supplier Framework Agreement for SaaS Platform Client Side Advisory for Implementation and Post Implementation Period (Project Prime)

Notice Description

We require a Client Side Advisor (CSA) to have full access to a talent pool with experience of ERP Tier 1 systems which can be agreed and drawn down upon once the contract is awarded. We expect the advisory service provider to have direct experience with our chosen solution. The CSA will be experienced in ERP implementation with tested implementation methodology, accelerated deployment and programme phasing which will support the project team and will provide advice on the overarching programme plan and SOW being agreed with the System implementor. A blend of skills will be drawn down as and when required from the CSA's team to work alongside Energia Group's internal team. It is Energia's intention to award this contract as a single supplier framework agreement in 2 Lots: Lot 1 - Client Side Advisory for Implementation and Post Implementation Period Appointment of a system agnostic CSA who will lead the successful delivery of ERP implementation and drive value from the SI, mitigate risks normally associated with a complex ERP programme and provide expertise to the project team where required. Lot 2 - Client Side Advisory for Enhancements and Additional Modules (Optional) The EGTI2501 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Platform and Associated Implementation and Support Services includes the scope to avail of procuring and implementing additional modules throughout the contract period. Should Energia proceed with procuring these additional modules, we reserve the right at our discretion, to avail or not avail of this EGTI2505 Software as a Service (SaaS) Client Side Advisory for Implementation and Post Implementation Period (Project Prime) contract for support during their implementation.

Lot Information

Client Side Advisory for the Implementation and Post Implementation Period

Appointment of a system agnostic CSA who will lead the successful delivery of ERP implementation and drive value from the SI, mitigate risks normally associated with a complex ERP programme and provide expertise to the project team where required. Please note, this lot may include additional modules at the same time as the initial ERP implementation roadmap should that be appropriate. This will be confirmed on appointment

Options: Lot 1 - Client Side Advisory for Implementation and Post Implementation Period Please note, this lot may include additional modules at the same time as the initial ERP implementation roadmap should that be appropriate. This will be confirmed on appointment. Lot 2 - Client Side Advisory for Enhancements and Additional Modules (Optional) CSA for other project requirements Energia also reserves the right to avail of Lot 2 for CSA requirements that fall within scope of this framework for any system within Energia Group. This will depend on our business needs and will be at Energia's discretion. Other system Requirements will be discussed with the Supplier and will follow the framework call off as detailed below.

Renewal: The initial contract term will be for a period of 18 months with an option to extend the contract by a further 2 x 6 months subject to review, totalling a maximum of 30 months (potentially 2.5 years). Extending the contract will be at Energia's discretion.

Client Side Advisor for Enhancements and Additional Modules (optional)

This Lot is optional for Energia and may be availed of on an ad hoc basis and the successful Supplier will not have to compete for each new contract. Future call offs under Lot 2 will be detailed in SOW(s) which will form part of the framework contract. The Supplier is appointed as per their tender submission pricing and ITT framework conditions of contract with a SOW.

Options: Lot 1 - Client Side Advisory for Implementation and Post Implementation Period Please note, this lot may include additional modules at the same time as the initial ERP implementation roadmap should that be appropriate. This will be confirmed on appointment. Lot 2 - Client Side Advisory for Enhancements and Additional Modules (Optional) CSA for other project requirements Energia also reserves the right to avail of Lot 2 for CSA requirements that fall within scope of this framework for any system within Energia Group. This will depend on our business needs and will be at Energia's discretion. Other system Requirements will be discussed with the Supplier and will follow the framework call off as detailed below.

Renewal: This framework Lot will be for one (1) x 6 months year post Lot 1 contract fulfilment with the option to extend the contract for a further 5 x 6 months, totalling a maximum of 30months (potentially 2.5 years) subject to Energia's business needs and satisfactory contract performance. However, Lot 1 and Lot 2 combined will be no longer than 48 months. For the avoidance of doubt, if Lot 1 is extended to 30 months then the Lot 2 total contract period can be no longer than 3 x 6 months (i.e. 18 months).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cd9a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065732-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Jul 2027 - 11 Jan 2028 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENERGIA GROUP NI HOLDINGS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@energiagroup.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT9 5NF
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
Upper Malone
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065732-2025
    15th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-6294
    Please see attached a Non Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Before Supplier's can access the invitation to tender documents, Supplier's must sign the attached NDA and return the signed form to Procurement@energiagroup.com. It is the Supplier's responsibility to review and return the signed form promptly, to ensure they have reasonable time to review the documents and submit a response. Requests to have the tender closing date extended on this basis will not be agreed.

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