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title: "ID 3416855 - DfC - NILGOSC - Provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management Solution"
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# ID 3416855 - DfC - NILGOSC - Provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management Solution

Buyer: NI LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICERS' SUPERANNUATION COMMITTEE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02c4f5

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## Summary

The NI Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee (NILGOSC) is seeking to procure a managed solution for the Provision, Implementation, and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management System. This tender falls within the services sector, specifically classified under computer-related services. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, following a completed tender process with an estimated contract value between £300,000 and £400,000 over a period of 10 years and 6 months, having received prior business case approval for £300,000 excluding VAT. The award was made to Sherwood Systems Limited, and the contract was signed on 30 September 2021.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for technology and consultancy firms that specialise in integrated software solutions, particularly those that can deliver on financial systems and contract management. Businesses capable of providing data migration services, training, and proactive engagement in product development will be particularly well-suited to compete. Moreover, firms with an understanding of the latest technological advancements in e-business that align with NILGOSC's objectives to enhance operational efficiencies will find this tender appealing, as successful contractors must remain responsive to evolving business needs throughout the contract's duration.

## Notice

Northern Ireland Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee (NILGOSC) wish to procure a COTS solution for the provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management System. A managed solution is required which will transform its current business tools and processes and deliver efficiencies by exploiting current and emerging technology matched to the current and future needs of NILGOSC's business. The deliverables required of this project are: * Provision, Implementation and Support of a finance, procurement and contract management solution * The proposed solution must enable users to utilise the latest technologies and e-business developments * The Proposed solution must Integrate with NILGOSC existing third-party platforms * The Contractor must provide Data Migration from legacy platforms into the new solution during implementation phase. * The Contractor must provide user training for NILGOSC staff. * The Contractor must proactively engage with NILGOSC to recommend development/upgrades to ensure the business solution exploits emerging technological advancements for the benefit of the NILGOSC pension fund model and continues to grow with the needs of the business throughout the life of the contract. The Contractor must provide enhancements/upgrades to the client if and when required throughout the life of the contract.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Northern Ireland Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee (NILGOSC) wish to procure a COTS solution for the provision, Implementation and Support of an Integrated Finance/Procurement/Contract Management System. A managed solution is required which will transform its current business tools and processes and deliver efficiencies by exploiting current and emerging technology matched to the current and future needs of NILGOSC's business. The deliverables required of this project are: * Provision, Implementation and Support of a finance, procurement and contract management solution * The proposed solution must enable users to utilise the latest technologies and e-business developments * The Proposed solution must Integrate with NILGOSC existing third-party platforms * The Contractor must provide Data Migration from legacy platforms into the new solution during implementation phase. * The Contractor must provide user training for NILGOSC staff. * The Contractor must proactively engage with NILGOSC to recommend development/upgrades to ensure the business solution exploits emerging technological advancements for the benefit of the NILGOSC pension fund model and continues to grow with the needs of the business throughout the life of the contract. The Contractor must provide enhancements/upgrades to the client if and when required throughout the life of the contract. Additional information: The estimated value of this contract is in the range of PS300K - PS400K over a 10 year 6 month period.NILGOSC currently have business case approval for PS300,000 excluding VAT.

Options: After the initial contract period of 5 years and 6 months which includes implementation period there will be an option to extend the contract for a further two periods. A 3 year extension and then a 2 year extension; 5 yrs 6 months + 3yrs + 2 yrs.

Renewal: This contract will be potentially be due to be re-procured after initial contract period or following any extension period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024310-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | This contract will potentially be due to be re-procured after the initial contract period and/or following any extensions. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £474,979 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NI LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICERS' SUPERANNUATION COMMITTEE |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT4 2LP |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Belmont |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SHERWOOD SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2021 at 12:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024310-2021
- 7 Jul 2021 at 15:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015747-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

## Provenance

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