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title: "Move to the cloud feasbility study and network review"
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# Move to the cloud feasbility study and network review

Buyer: WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6dbf9aa-dae0-40c7-a19b-1463285bc71d

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## Summary

The WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY has recently concluded a procurement process for a project titled "Move to the cloud feasibility study and network review" within the industry category of computer-related professional services. The contract, valued at £41,500, was awarded to PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS following a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 7 March 2018, whereas the contract was executed from 8 March to 30 March 2018, with delivery addresses situated in both London and the West Midlands.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in IT infrastructure assessment, cloud services, and network optimization. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in transitioning services to cloud environments, particularly those offering scalable IT solutions, would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage in these processes, reflecting Ofwat's openness to diverse supplier participation.

## Notice

Ofwat requires the Supplier to undertake a study to deliver the outcomes listed below for the cloud study and for the Network Review. Both studies to be completed and delivered by 31 March 2018. Outcomes: a) An assessment of Ofwat's current IT infrastructure and its suitability for being delivered through cloud based services; b) The benefits of delivering this IT infrastructure through cloud based services; c) An assessment of Ofwat's existing server estate and the risks involved in not migrating to the cloud, the probability of those risk materialising, the impact of that happening and any potential mitigation; d) A recommendation (and explanation) as to the logical groupings for migrating all of Ofwat's IT infrastructure to the cloud; e) A detailed implementation plan (including both Supplier and Ofwat resources required along with timescales and confidence levels) for moving the services to the cloud in line with the recommendation; f) A clear set of cost options for delivering this plan. The costings can include ranges but Ofwat would not expect the ranges to vary by more than 25%. The assumptions and cost drivers underlying the estimates should be clearly set out; g) The Supplier shall undertake one set of revisions to the study based on feedback provided by Ofwat. The network review shall review Ofwat's network link between London and Birmingham, its connections to the Intranet and its use of the PSN. The report following the network review shall: a) Assess the suitability and resilience of Ofwat's network connections for its current level and pattern of usage; b) Assess the extent to which the current system will meet Ofwat's future requirements taking into account Ofwat's recently increased staffing level, the recommendations of the cloud study above, Ofwat's desire to increase its usage of Skype for Business and other VOIP communications and the Supplier's knowledge of how the demands on Ofwat's network are likely to increase based on trends in comparable organisations. c) Make recommendations to address the issues identified in a) and b) (and any other issues connected to the network) in order to improve its resilience and/or effectiveness and/or reduce its cost; d) Shall provide costings for implementing the recommendations in c). The costings can include ranges but Ofwat would not expect the ranges to vary by more than 25%. The assumptions and cost drivers underlying the estimates should be clearly set out. e) The Supplier shall undertake one set of revisions to the study based on feedback provided by Ofwat. Additional information: Using Ofwat's Strategic Partner for Co Sourcing Delivery Model for Support Services Framework Agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d841d42-e254-4bf6-82b7-57e725018881 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 8 Mar 2018 - 30 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,500 |
| 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 | PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72590000 - Computer-related professional services

## Release History

- 9 Aug 2018 at 14:27 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d841d42-e254-4bf6-82b7-57e725018881
- 27 Jun 2018 at 14:42 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d841d42-e254-4bf6-82b7-57e725018881
- 27 Jun 2018 at 14:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d841d42-e254-4bf6-82b7-57e725018881

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d841d42-e254-4bf6-82b7-57e725018881
  9th August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fd826148-e8e8-4fed-a996-fac3cf17be49
  Contract

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