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title: "2026-022 HR and Payroll Software (iTrent)"
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# 2026-022 HR and Payroll Software (iTrent)

Buyer: OFGEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c4e2c15-ad80-402f-a974-9bdf2c80ae93

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## Summary

Ofgem has completed a procurement process for an HR and payroll software system named "2026-022 HR and Payroll Software (iTrent)." The aim was to renew and provide licences, support, and maintenance, alongside related consultancy and professional services for their software solution. The intended use of this software spans several regions, including the United Kingdom and other international locations such as the British Overseas Territories and Europe. The procurement process was executed using an open procedure, with the tender initially closing on 1st January 2026, and the award stage finalised on 30th June 2026. The contract, valued at £885,000, runs from 30th June 2026 to 29th June 2029.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems, particularly those offering industry-specific HR and payroll solutions. Companies like Softcat Plc, which secured the contract, exemplify the kinds of organisations well-suited to compete in such tenders. The procurement's open procedure welcomes participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which can leverage this opportunity to expand their service offerings and clientele. With the focus on comprehensive hosting and disaster recovery features, firms with robust technological capabilities in these areas stand to benefit significantly.

## Notice

This contract is for the renewal and provision of licences, support and maintenance, and associated services of an HR and payroll software system for Ofgem. This includes access to services, consultancy and professional services specific to the product on an "as-required" basis. The solution shall be fully hosted by the software provider with industry standard disaster recovery and backup processes in place to ensure continuity and data protection.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e20913a5-f5ff-4e83-9187-44dbfb20cdfe |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £885,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £885,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFGEM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48442000 - Financial systems software package
- 48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package
- 79631000 - Personnel and payroll services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2026 at 16:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e20913a5-f5ff-4e83-9187-44dbfb20cdfe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e20913a5-f5ff-4e83-9187-44dbfb20cdfe
  22nd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL171660
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ofgem.gov.uk

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