IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Tender description

Contract for the supply of application maintenance and support services. To provide: (i) application maintenance and support for over 50 business-critical applications the majority of which are used by HM Courts and Tribunal Service; and (ii) potential application development and enhancement services, as and when required. The applications vary in size, complexity, component technologies, user numbers, interfaces with other applications, security requirements, service and support hours, business criticality and hosting arrangements. Most of the applications are classed as ‘heritage applications’ due to their age. Many are business critical case management or case progression systems used by the courts and are typically complex and bespoke. Applications may be removed from scope as they are retired/replaced.