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title: "Ofwat Board Software"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d350e946-0a33-408e-87f0-e38b12f9a44d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY"
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# Ofwat Board Software

Buyer: WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d350e946-0a33-408e-87f0-e38b12f9a44d

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## Summary

The WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY has recently completed a procurement process for the "Ofwat Board Software," classified under networking software packages. This open tender, using an open procedure, concluded on 8th June 2018, with a contract period extending from 9th July 2018 to 8th July 2021. The location for delivery options spans the West Midlands and London, with a total awarded value of £27,800. Interested parties can find additional information by contacting procurement@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and maintenance, particularly those capable of providing a secure, user-friendly solution compatible with various operating systems and devices. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who can demonstrate expertise in licensing, document management systems, and user training would be particularly well-suited to compete in this market, benefiting from the open nature of the procurement process as well as the regulatory focus of the Water Services Regulation Authority.

## Notice

General * We will require a minimum of 30 licences - 20 users and 10 administrators. The supplier must detail the options and process for increasing the licence count if required by the customer at a later date during the term of the contract. * The solution must be compatible with existing client devices - Microsoft Surface Pro (Windows 8.1 and Windows 10), Apple iPads and iPhones (IOS 11) * The solution must be compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 and Safari * The solution must be compatible with documents produced in Microsoft Office 2013 and 2016 (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and PDF documents. * The supplier must detail how the system will be accessed e.g. via use of an app * If client software is required to be installed on a Windows computer the supplier must confirm whether an offline executable file is available for software installation. It should be noted that the customer's users do not have local admin rights to install software and cannot download executable files from the internet and any software installation would need to be carried out by the customer's internal IT team. Administrative functionality * The system must be secure, comprehensible, fast and reliable. * The meeting organisers/administrators must have full access to the system to operate and make required changes at any time. * Ability to upload multiple documents at a time including large documents containing diagrams, graphs etc. * Ability to quickly convert uploaded documents into PDF format. * The system must have options in terms of sharing sensitive information, setting document expiry and different access permissions to documents. * A separate area to upload optional reading material for users e.g. documents that do not form an agenda item but should be easily accessible to users if needed. * Ability to update the meeting information and upload documents after publishing documents to users * Need comprehensive training with guidance handouts to refer to if required. * Receive notifications in advance about system upgrades. * Allow removing names of former users/entities. * Allow updating resolution types in global setup. * The system must have functionality for administrators to control and update features e.g. setting up accounts for users, activating accounts once software is installed and registered on devices, resetting passwords * Ability to upload documents directly from OneDrive. User Functionality * Users should be able to use another app while downloading documents/updating meeting information without system being paused/crashed. * Allow printing of documents and emailing/printing of annotations. * Enable users to download documents online and offline from any location. * Add private or shared annotations and notes to documents online and offline, before, during and after the meetings. * Clear and easy navigation * No impact on meeting etiquette, e.g. people being distracted through use of electronic devices. Additional information: For further information, please contact: procurement@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5989b28e-f8b3-4faa-8d1b-8fd4bb53da3e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 8 Jul 2018 - 8 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,800 |
| 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 | WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TEAM SOLUTIONZ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 48210000 - Networking software package
- 72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2018 at 10:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5989b28e-f8b3-4faa-8d1b-8fd4bb53da3e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5989b28e-f8b3-4faa-8d1b-8fd4bb53da3e
  20th August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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