Payroll and HR Software
Estimated value
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Awarded value
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Suppliers
1
Lots
1
Published
05 Jun 2026
Description
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.
Scope
- Reference
- MEL02-2025
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 28 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2031Possible extension to 20 Jul 2033
Opportunity to extend until 20th July 2033 in increments to be agreed between the Supplier and MEL.
- CPV classifications
- 4845000072212450
- Contract locations
- North West England, United Kingdom
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality (General / Technical) | — | quality | 60.00% |
| Commercial & Contract | — | price | 40.00% |
Participation
Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.
Industry Recognition and Compliance with HMRC and The Pensions Regulator.
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure
Award details
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
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Award date
31 May 2026
Contract start
26 Oct 2026
Contract end
25 Oct 2031