Scope
Description
Contract to provide an upgrade to the latest version of an existing business finance system.
Contract 1. Business finance system upgrade
Supplier
Contract value
- £426,374 excluding VAT
- £511,648 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
17 November 2025
Contract dates
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
Agreement to continue using the business finance system for business purposes.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package
- 48600000 - Database and operating software package
Contract locations
- UKE3 - South Yorkshire
Key performance indicators
| Name | Reporting frequency |
|---|---|
| Provision of a performance report | 1 months |
| Resolve system issues in a timely manner | |
| Number of cases completed |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
The business finance system is owned by the supplier, therefore only the supplier can provide the upgrade for technical reasons.
Supplier
INTEGRATED BUSINESS SOFTWARE AND SOLUTIONS LIMITED
- Companies House: 13593644
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXTX-3558-HDGN
11 Buckingham Street
London
WC2N 6DF
United Kingdom
Email: ibss@advt-group.com
Website: https://www.ibsoftwaresolutions.com/
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCNV-5242-WWCV
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority Central Headquarters, 197 Eyre Street
Sheffield
S1 3FG
United Kingdom
Email: mlloyd@syfire.gov.uk
Region: UKE32 - Sheffield
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government