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08 Jun 2021 at 10:28

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05 May 2021 at 16:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Social Security Scotland is inviting bids for the role of Systems and Process Lead (Fraud and Error), centred in either Dundee or Glasgow, with remote work options available due to COVID-19. This tender is categorized under administration, defence, and social security services, with the procurement period starting from 14 April 2021 and ending on 15 April 2021. The project aims to establish effective fraud and error controls within the Social Security Agency, ensuring proper benefit administration and improved operational processes.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for companies specialising in system design and process improvement, particularly those with expertise in fraud management and audit controls. Firms with a background in administration services, technical support, and operational enhancements will be well-positioned to compete. The contract, valued at £129,740, has attracted interest from suppliers, indicating a competitive environment that can lead to strategic collaborations and growth within the relevant sectors.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of Systems and Process Lead (Fraud and Error)

Notice Description

1 x Systems and Process Lead (Fraud and Error) based in Dundee or Glasgow - Home working during COVID-19.This post will form a part of the Social Security Scotland's Fraud and Error Resolution Unit. The role will involve collaborating with the Social Security Programme, DWP & Operational Agency fraud, error and debt teams to lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of counter fraud and error controls, and associated requirements for reporting and accounting, to enable the Agency to effectively administer benefit payments.Responsibilities will include:- Working closely with technical architects and programme colleagues to lead the design & testing of systems, processes & controls required to deliver the Social Security Agency's outcomes- Project manage various implementation activities per benefit as devolved; requirement sign off, test strategy, etc.- Raise awareness of Risk & Control gaps across Agency and Programme, lead impacting and influence prioritisation via relevant governance forums- Develop Continuous Improvement capability within the team and drive continuous improvement to systems & processes to enhance financial control & efficiency- Work closely with Fraud and Error and Finance SME (subject matter expert) within Social Security Scotland on all payment related systems & processes- Provide scrutiny & constructive challenge of options appraisals, change requests & business cases to ensure fraud and error prevention, debt identification and accounting requirements are met- Manage escalation of issues with technical support team- Collaborate with Programme and Technical Support teams to address root cause of recurring error issues and ensure appropriate solutions identified and prioritised in development queue- Collaborate with Operational teams to share key learnings, pain points, procedural issues and leverage relationships & communication channels to change behaviour and improve procedural compliance rates

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000647713
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN417503
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,740 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Social Security Scotland
Additional Buyers

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service

East Ayrshire Council

Education Scotland

Forestry and Land Scotland

Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Perth & Kinross Council

Public Health Scotland

Renfrewshire Council

SASA - Scottish Government

Scottish Enterprise

Scottish Forestry

Scottish Government

Scottish Police Authority

Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Care Inspectorate)

The City of Edinburgh Council

University of Glasgow

University of Stirling

University of the Highlands and Islands

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 1QE
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
62
Supplier Names

3x1 Group

A.C. Whyte & Co. Ltd.

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