UK SBS PS16251 Workforce Development Programme

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The ACAS IT team are going through major changes and transformation in order to be better placed for the new and developing changes in the way IT services need to be delivered. This includes, where appropriate, taking advantage of cloud services and moving to digital services. Transformation of the team is required to ensure we get the full benefit of these new initiatives.

Before implementing a new strategy the business requires a clear picture of the current skills capability of all 28 staff. In scope for the project are 28 staff.

We are looking for a supplier to work with us and lead the project to deliver to our requirements. It is expected that this engagement will take 3 months to complete.

The Acas IT function currently consists of 28 FTE based from London head office, consisting of up to 12 job roles across the function. While the head office is situated in London there are also staff members based throughout the country and the successful supplier would need to account for this.

We expect the work to be led by the supplier. It is envisaged that it will include:

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