--- title: "DDaT24368 - Loan Management System - RFP" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04a623" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a623" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a623.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a623.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION" published: "2024-10-04" --- # DDaT24368 - Loan Management System - RFP Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04a623 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a623) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a623.json) ## Summary UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has initiated a tender for a cloud-based Loan Management System under reference DDaT24368. This procurement process, which falls under the services category for IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support, aims to support the backend delivery of UKRI's Innovation Loans programme. The contract, valued at £800,000, is being facilitated by UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and will cover the period from 20th January 2025 to 19th January 2028, with no renewal options. The final date for bid submissions is 11th November 2024 at 11:00am GMT, accessible via the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. The goal is to have the system implemented by 31st March 2025 to support the creation and management of 30-50 new loans per year across the UK, specifically benefiting innovative UK businesses. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cloud-based IT solutions, particularly those with experience in loan management systems. Ideal contenders will have demonstrated capabilities in handling similar loan programs, proficiency in user training for new systems, and technical expertise in migrating existing loan data. The overall objective is to deliver an efficient, user-friendly, and flexible loan management system that can adapt to new business needs and technological advancements. Successful bidders will play a crucial role in supporting the growth of innovative enterprises in the UK, potentially forming long-term partnerships with UKRI and expanding their business footprint in the public sector. ## Notice The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 11th November 2024 at 11:00am GMT. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Aims and Objectives UKRI is seeking to procure an end to end loans software solution from application/origination, decisioning, loan management, servicing, monitoring and reporting to support the backend delivery of its Innovation Loans programme. The programme is expected to deliver 30-50 new loans/per year, supporting Innovative UK businesses. The aim of procurement is to: - Procure a cloud based solution that supports the end to end loan journey and process workflow (detailed in appendix 1) - Procure the delivery of a reliable, responsive and flexible cloud based loan management system which has evidenced capability to run loans of the same or similar type to Innovation Loans and flexible product features. - Ensure the provider has sufficient capability to train IUKL users on the system and be dedicated to the account for up to 3 months to ensure the team are comfortable using the system. - Ensure sufficient technical resource is available to support the migration of 260 loans from current loan system to the new system and setup integrations to existing IUKL systems. The Expectation is that the procurement contract is delivered and implemented by the 31st March 2025. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found within Jaggaer Sourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number itt_1778 or DDaT24368. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Introduction Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, is the UK's innovation agency. Our mission is to help companies to grow through their development and commercialisation of new products, processes and services, supported by an outstanding innovation ecosystem that is agile, inclusive and easy to navigate. We help companies, through three strands of activity: * inspire: to make the opportunity visible and compelling * involve: to bring relevant organisations and people together * invest: to convene the resources needed, including our own. In 2018 Innovate UK launched Innovation Loans to fund later stage R&D projects with a clear route to commercial success. To date, Innovate UK Loans have committed over PS230m (total committed facility), supporting over 250 new innovation projects. As part of the UK government's COVID-19 support package, Innovation Loans launched Innovation Continuity Loans (ICLs) to support the continuation of R&D projects. The ICLs were available to SMEs and third sector organisations that have a challenge in continuing, completing or following on from an Innovation Project. For more information visit Innovate UK - UKRI Innovation loans - UKRI Aims and Objectives UKRI is seeking to procure an end to end loans software solution from application/origination, decisioning, loan management, servicing, monitoring and reporting to support the backend delivery of its Innovation Loans programme. The programme is expected to deliver 30-50 new loans/per year, supporting Innovative UK businesses. The aim of procurement is to: - Procure a cloud based solution that supports the end to end loan journey and process workflow (detailed in appendix 1) - Procure the delivery of a reliable, responsive and flexible cloud based loan management system which has evidenced capability to run loans of the same or similar type to Innovation Loans and flexible product features. - Ensure the provider has sufficient capability to train IUKL users on the system and be dedicated to the account for up to 3 months to ensure the team are comfortable using the system. - Ensure sufficient technical resource is available to support the migration of 260 loans from current loan system to the new system and setup integrations to existing IUKL systems. The Expectation is that the procurement contract is delivered and implemented by the 31st March 2025. The objectives are; - To reduce the total cost of end-to-end services, driving efficiency through reduction in manual tasks. - Improve the experience of staff and customers using all systems, optimising efficiency, user experience and business outcomes. - Provide a flexible solution that can withstand unexpected change, new products and respond rapidly to new business needs and enabling more effective decision making. - Implement a modern E2E system solution, that creates an adequate control environment, is accessible and keeps pace with technology. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031981-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 19 Jan 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £800,000 | | Lots value | £800,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1UH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 4 Oct 2024 at 20:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031981-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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