--- title: "Specialist Sourcing Partner - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a89b7341-88e2-4a4c-8ea8-431be14658f1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a89b7341-88e2-4a4c-8ea8-431be14658f1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a89b7341-88e2-4a4c-8ea8-431be14658f1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a89b7341-88e2-4a4c-8ea8-431be14658f1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM" published: "2021-07-13" --- # Specialist Sourcing Partner - AWARD Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a89b7341-88e2-4a4c-8ea8-431be14658f1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a89b7341-88e2-4a4c-8ea8-431be14658f1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a89b7341-88e2-4a4c-8ea8-431be14658f1.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the University of Nottingham, which is seeking a Specialist Sourcing Partner as part of its Digital Futures Programme. This initiative features two key projects: a new IT Operating Model and a Digital Core solution. Currently, the procurement is in the Award stage, with the contract awarded to PA Consulting Services Ltd, effective from 12 October 2020, and running until 11 April 2022. The procurement method is classified under Business analysis consultancy services, with delivery taking place in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. The tender period concluded on 27 March 2020. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consultancy and project management, particularly those experienced in complex technology solutions. Firms that are well-suited to compete would ideally possess expertise in IT operating models and digital services, as well as a track record of managing similar large-scale projects. The segmented lot structure allows bidders to focus on specific areas, enhancing their chances of success in this competitive environment. ## Notice As part of the Digital Futures Programme two projects were approved to move into the procurement phase by the University of Nottingham (UoN) in October 2019. These projects are: o A new IT Operating Model (ITO) o A new Procurement, Human Resources and Finance Platform also known as Digital Core It is essential that each project is initiated correctly and that we choose the right delivery approach, governance and supporting resources to ensure delivery success. The University has identified the need for a Specialist Sourcing Partner to provide expert skills and experience in specifying, buying and transitioning complex technology enabled projects. The Specialist Sourcing Partner will bring expert knowledge of the market to enable the University to buy its foundational IT Service and Operating Model and its Digital Core solution and services. This resource will work closely with various internal University resources operating at all levels across the Digital Programme. Lots - The requirement will be divided into the following Lots: o Lot 1 - Specialist Sourcing Partner - IT Operating Model o Lot 2 - Specialist Sourcing Partner - Digital Core Each Lot will be evaluated on an individual basis. Tenderers may bid for one, or both Lots. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d596e2-d127-48ef-bd32-07584396a005 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Jul 2021 | | Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 11 Oct 2020 | | Contract period | 11 Oct 2020 - 11 Apr 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1,551,867 | | 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM | | Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG7 2RN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | Radford | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | PA CONSULTING SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services ## Release History - 13 Jul 2021 at 09:35 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d596e2-d127-48ef-bd32-07584396a005 - 13 Jul 2021 at 09:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d596e2-d127-48ef-bd32-07584396a005 - 3 Nov 2020 at 09:44 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d596e2-d127-48ef-bd32-07584396a005 - 3 Nov 2020 at 09:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d596e2-d127-48ef-bd32-07584396a005 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2d596e2-d127-48ef-bd32-07584396a005 13th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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