Provision of Development and Support Services for an Upgrade to the Finance Management System (FMS)

Provision of Development and Support Services for an Upgrade to the Finance Management System (FMS)

Bord Iascaigh Mhara - Irish Sea Fisheries Board ( BIM )

## Summary Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) is inviting tenders for the implementation of an upgrade to cloud-based Microsoft Dynamics Business Central – Financial Management System from Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018. The services include full system upgrade delivery, process flow/operational revision, system testing, project management, and data migration.

## Scope & Deliverables * Full system upgrade delivery * Process flow/operational revision to optimize new functionality from the upgrade * Implementation of services * System testing * Project management * Migration of relevant data from Microsoft Navision * Provision of structured training sessions for the solution * Complete system documentation * Ongoing maintenance and support for all delivered Business Central customizations

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: Relevant experience in IT software development services, particularly with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: At least 3 years of experience in delivering similar projects

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €475,000 (excluding VAT) * Submission deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026, 12:00 IST * Contract duration: 24 months * Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission required through etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English only * Key documents to prepare: + Tender document (RFT) + Qualitative/ specs document (Appendix 1)

## Bid Considerations * This tender suits companies with experience in IT software development services, particularly with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central. * Opportunities: The contract offers a chance to work with a public sector organization and deliver a significant upgrade to their financial management system. * Risks: + High competition due to the estimated value of the contract. + Potential for complex negotiations during the tender process.

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