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title: "Finance System, Software & Maintenance"
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# Finance System, Software & Maintenance

Buyer: OFGEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-643e9265-d792-4541-a4bb-923085ea0a91

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Ofgem, the regulatory authority for the gas and electricity markets in Great Britain, seeking a contractor for a project titled "Finance System, Software & Maintenance." This initiative, classified under the software industry, is located in London, England. The procurement method is open, adhering to the open procedure standards, and has reached the award stage. The contract period commences on 1 April 2022 and concludes on 31 March 2024, with a total contract value of £141,040, where £52,233 has been awarded to Sapphire Systems Plc. The tender's deadline was 1 January 2022.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in finance system software, maintenance, and support services, particularly those small and medium enterprises (SMEs) aiming to expand their portfolio within public sector contracts. Companies that offer comprehensive software solutions, ongoing technical support, and consultancy services will find themselves well-suited to compete. Furthermore, firms experienced in financial information systems and database management may also benefit from this opportunity, enabling potential growth through collaboration with Ofgem.

## Notice

A requirement for providing and maintaining software to service Ofgem's finance, procurement and reporting systems. This includes software licences, ongoing support and maintenance; provision of a helpdesk service and the option to access ad hoc consultancy support. This also includes version upgrades, as part of the standard helpdesk. Current systems include: i. SUN systems (currently version 6.2) ii. Vision - Q&A iii. Draycir Spindle iv. Infor BI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8afefd82-4ea2-4a38-a4fc-a71145fd8608 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £141,040 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,233 |
| 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 | SAPPHIRE SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48442000 - Financial systems software package
- 48610000 - Database systems
- 48812000 - Financial information systems
- 72250000 - System and support services

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2022 at 16:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8afefd82-4ea2-4a38-a4fc-a71145fd8608

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8afefd82-4ea2-4a38-a4fc-a71145fd8608
  4th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR164124
  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

## Provenance

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