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title: "Cloud Migration Readiness Assessment"
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# Cloud Migration Readiness Assessment

Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-558c0663-ba0d-4b68-9e89-cc7c45828059

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## Summary

The buying organisation, Merseytravel, has initiated a tender for a "Cloud Migration Readiness Assessment" in the IT services sector. The procurement stage is currently active, with a contract value of £100,000 in GBP. The tender deadline is set for November 14, 2022, and the contract period spans from January 5, 2023, to March 31, 2023. This opportunity is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender by Merseytravel presents an opportunity for technology firms experienced in cloud migration services to engage in a competitive bidding process. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are well-suited to participate. The open procurement method allows for a transparent and fair competition, enabling interested businesses to showcase their expertise in cloud computing solutions and secure a long-term partnership with Merseytravel.

## Notice

LCRCA are looking to engage with a cloud migration technology partner with experience working with major Cloud Service Providers to: - 1. Perform a Cloud Readiness Assessment. 2. Identify any gaps with the current operating model (Skills/Roles/Processes). 3. Design the target architecture and identify a suitable Cloud Service Provider. 4. Design and cost the connectivity and integration of remaining 'on premise' applications in a hybrid environment. 5. Provide recommendations on availability, security, backup & resilience. 6. Evidence & quantify carbon footprint reduction. 7. Provide a business case for the transition to the recommended Cloud Service Provider including financial forecasting and return on investment projections. 8. Produce a project activity timeline demonstrating the ability to meet the project completion deadlines outlined in the 'Project Timescale' section above. 9. Produce a resource plan outlining the LCRCA resource requirements and skill sets needed to complete the commission. 10. Advise on the exit strategy and costs to prevent long term supplier 'lock in'. Additional information: Full tender details can be located via The Chest - www.the-chest.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8268a7f4-f385-4ef1-9c01-3883b1d8f3f3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2023 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERSEYTRAVEL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2022 at 10:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8268a7f4-f385-4ef1-9c01-3883b1d8f3f3
- 21 Oct 2022 at 08:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b57539c-3075-4eba-a325-096abb9526ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8268a7f4-f385-4ef1-9c01-3883b1d8f3f3
  25th October 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b57539c-3075-4eba-a325-096abb9526ad
  21st October 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk

## Provenance

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