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title: "Payroll and HR Software"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050f9a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED"
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# Payroll and HR Software

Buyer: MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050f9a

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## Summary

Merseyrail Electrics 2002 Limited has completed the award stage for a competitive tender initially issued for Human Resources and Payroll Software, with the contract expected to commence on 28th October 2026. The procurement process was carried out using a selective method under a competitive flexible procedure, aiming to implement a new HR and Payroll system, integrating recruitment and onboarding processes, and enhancing payroll automation. The contract spans five years initially, with potential extensions until 2033. Located in Liverpool, UK, this contract pertained to the services industry under a special regime for utilities, showcasing a substantial commitment with a gross value of £1,492,422 in the final award.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the technology sector, particularly those specialising in HR and Payroll software solutions. The requirement for at least 1,250 licenses, with scalability in mind, presents an opportunity for large-scale software providers who can deliver integrated, automated systems tailored to the transport and utilities sector. Companies capable of meeting technical and quality evaluations and aligning with industry standards such as compliance with HMRC and The Pensions Regulator are well-suited to engage in such opportunities. Given the potential for extensions and additional module purchases, this contract also offers long-term collaboration possibilities, encouraging business growth and portfolio expansion within the supplier market.

## Notice

The scope of this opportunity relates to an anticipated initial period of five (5) years commencing from 28th October 2026 (further extension options may be applicable). The current Payroll and Human Resources Software has been in place since 2010. However, with new technology emerging within the market, MEL is looking to update its current software to identify if there can be any efficiencies gained. Scope / Deliverables 1. New HR system 2. New Payroll system 3. Integrate Recruitment and On-Boarding 4. More Payroll automation through Manager/Employee self-service Benefits 1. Improved Administrative Efficiency 2. Integrated Recruitment/On-Boarding/Payroll 3. Improved Management Reporting 4. More Effective Expense Management 5. More automated processes It is recognised that there may be no one solution available off the shelf to provide all the required functionality and that some elements may take time to develop and implement. However, we as a business are keen to have one HR and Payroll system which provides consistency and ease of use to its users. We require a minimum of 1,250 licenses with scalability built in if required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: As the company grows, MEL may require the right to purchase additional licenses and/or modules to meet existing or future needs.

Renewal: Opportunity to extend until 20th July 2033 in increments to be agreed between the Supplier and MEL.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053483-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,100,000 |
| Lots value | £3,100,000 |
| Awards value | £1,492,422 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L1 1JF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Brownlow Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD7 Merseyside |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ZELLIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package
- 72212450 - Time accounting or human resources software development services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 14:59 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053483-2026
- 9 May 2025 at 11:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020019-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053483-2026
  5th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020019-2025
  9th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.zellis.com
- https://me-2-procure.org/
- https://me-2-procure.org/MerseyrailElectrics/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=574&Culture=en-GB
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.merseyrail.org/

## Provenance

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