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Electronic Payment Services - Mini Competition from PfH Framework

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process relates to the South Lanarkshire Council, which is seeking to maintain its Electronic Payment Services through a mini-competition under the PfH Framework. The project is classified under the "services" category and specifically targets general public services and community amenities. The contract is currently active and was awarded to allpay Limited, with a total contract value of £525,156.80 and signed on 30 August 2021. This process was based on a selective procurement method, with the tender phase having closed on 5 May 2021.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in electronic payment processing and related financial services. Firms with expertise in versatile payment solutions including card transactions, online payments, and cash payment options would be particularly well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses committed to community engagement and sustainable procurement practices, as outlined in the expected community benefits, may find alignment with the Council's objectives, further enhancing their prospects in this contract environment.

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Notice Title

Electronic Payment Services - Mini Competition from PfH Framework

Notice Description

The Council's Benefits and Revenue service currently have a requirement for payment processing services of Council Tax and Rent payments via both Paypoint and Post Office transactions. Payment from the public is made via the use of barcode or plastic cards. On average there are 170,000 transactions for Post Office and Payments and 150,000 transactions for PayPoint payments per annum based on the 3 year period. The Benefits and Revenue section receive daily payment files from the incumbent provider AllPay and weekly settlements. The Council are looking for a continuation of these services as key project deliverables.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council identified the Procurement for Housing (PfH) Electronic Payment Services Framework as a compliant route to market having used the previous generation framework. A mini competition from the following Lot was used to secure best value. Lot 1: Multiple Network Managed Service AllPay Ltd Capita Both suppliers have a range of fully managed payment solutions accessible across the UK. Each offering a variety of payment methods from payment cards, barcoded bills, letters, cards, online payments, telephone payment, mobile payments, direct debits, cash-out and bill payment solutions. By utilising Lot 1 of the new Electronic Payment Framework the Council have access to a fully EU compliant Framework and offers access to a number of Post Offices and PayPoint outlets within the South Lanarkshire Council geographical area. In line with the PfH Electronic Payment Services framework guidance the mini competition was published though Public Contracts Scotland Tender (PCS-T) on 15 April 2021 with a closing date of 5 May 2021. Both participants within Lot 1 - Multiple Network Managed Service, AllPay and Capita were invited to bid. Tenders were invited on a Price/Quality basis. The following weightings were used to determine the most economically advantageous tender: Quality (Technical) 60% Price (Commercial) 40%

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000673810
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440364
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66172000 - Financial transaction processing and clearing-house services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£525,156 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Peter Cannon
Contact Email
peter.cannon@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1698454184

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM95 South Lanarkshire

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALLPAY

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440364
    Electronic Payment Services - Mini Competition from PfH Framework - The Council's Benefits and Revenue service currently have a requirement for payment processing services of Council Tax and Rent payments via both Paypoint and Post Office transactions. Payment from the public is made via the use of barcode or plastic cards. On average there are 170,000 transactions for Post Office and Payments and 150,000 transactions for PayPoint payments per annum based on the 3 year period. The Benefits and Revenue section receive daily payment files from the incumbent provider AllPay and weekly settlements. The Council are looking for a continuation of these services as key project deliverables.

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