--- title: "Oracle Fusion - Service Manager" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-12-21" --- # Oracle Fusion - Service Manager Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7592b796-ef33-47f6-bf3e-c4f19e99064b.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Service Manager for the implementation of Oracle Fusion, with the tender titled "Oracle Fusion - Service Manager." This procurement falls under the services category and is based in West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 4th January 2022. The contract is anticipated to commence on 10th January 2022 and will last until 31st March 2022. The procurement process is being conducted via an open procedure, providing all interested parties the opportunity to apply. This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services and project management. Companies with experience in system implementations, particularly those familiar with Oracle products, would be ideally suited to compete for this contract. By engaging in this project, businesses can not only contribute to the digital transformation of a local authority but also establish long-term working relationships within the public sector, positioning themselves for future contract opportunities. ## Notice Service Manager (Oracle Fusion) Rate of Pay: Can you please let me know what rate your candidate is looking for at the time of submission Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Working from Home Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: The council is currently in the process of implementing Oracle Fusion, having been using Oracle E-Business Suite to date. We require a Service Manager to act as overall Project Manager for up to a 12 weeks, with a possible extension. This is expected to take us past the go live date so that the postholder can continue to work with directorates across the council to ensure best use is made of the new system. The duties are summarised below: - o Support the Implementation Manager by creating and maintaining focus and momentum within the business, managing resources, interfaces and dependencies o Enable business decisions and process re-design, resolving issues and initiating appropriate corrective action including working closely with the Implementation Manager to ensure existing and new business operations are delivered into Fusion and into operational use o Preparing affected business areas for transition to new ways of working, including defining roles, responsibilities, platform ownership and contract management o Take the lead on council readiness and transition management, ensuring that business is managed during the transition and the process changes are effectively integrated into the business o Ensuring internal and external business stakeholders are engaged and informed throughout the project implementation phases o Maintain existing and establish new relationships with other Local Authority Fusion customers to overcome challenges and share knowledge o Working closely with Implementation Manager to manage the overall Fusion budget, risks and issues and reporting assurance to Board Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor This role falls inside of IR35 You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunit... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64a77b69-4b84-45a7-92aa-d09ca065429a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 21 Dec 2021 at 14:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64a77b69-4b84-45a7-92aa-d09ca065429a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64a77b69-4b84-45a7-92aa-d09ca065429a 21st December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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