Purpose

Reprocurement of ITrent HR Information System via KCS Framework to Softcat PLC.

Decision

The Council’s current contract with MHR International UK Limited for HR and Payroll software and services will come to an end on 16 July 2026 and there is no provision in the contract to extend it any further. The Council continues to have a need for these services which will ensure that the Council continues to pay its employees and councillors correctly and that it holds information in line with GDPR. The current provider is performing well under the current contract and continues to provide value for money for the Council. It is proposed to enter into a call-off contract via the KCS framework for a five-year term with Softcat PLC, as a reseller of MHR iTrent and associated services, in accordance with the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules in the Council’s Constitution and the Procurement Code and at a total contract value of £308,336.97 exc. VAT from and including 17 July 2026 to and including 16 July 2031.