UKEB website redevelopment project (Phase 2 - Alpha, Beta, Live)

Description

Summary of work The UKEB / FRC has undertaken a Phase 1 Discovery / User Research. Following on from our Discovery phase were are proceeding with the report recommendations to: * Run a design-led Alpha phase focused on information architecture and content design * Redesign the site in line with GOV.UK standards and the design recommendations derived from user needs * Develop the new website in an open-source, monolithic CMS to reduce costs, simplify technology and meet priority user and editorial needs * Focus development on priority user and organisational needs, also considering additional technical recommendations This should be delivered with a timeline of 6 weeks for Alpha and 8-10 weeks for Beta to Live. Where the supplied staff will work No specific location (for example they can work remotely) Who the organisation using the products or services is N/A - this will be a public tool Why the work is being done The UKEB requires a robust, cost-effective Content Management System which provides an easy-to-use experience for authors and editors. Site users require an improved experience, especially in terms of finding content and navigating around the website. The business problem The UKEB's current website lacks basic features, such as a search engine and effective navigation, which makes content hard to find for users as the website grows. The website also lacks Accessibility compliance to a WCAG 2.2. AA standard. The authoring environment relies on publishing pipelines that are not instantaneous and subject to occasional failure. The people who will use the product or service User type: Various - as below Definition: The primary audience groups for the UKEB website are: • Accounting Firms & Institutes • Preparers • Academics Investors • Investors Work done so far Phase 1 - Discovery phase - User research / insights. Which phase the project is in Alpha Existing team The team consists of the FRC's Digital and Website Manager (who acts as project manager for this development) and the UKEB's Operations Director (Senior Responsible Officer) and Operations Officer (day-to-day management of current website). Address where the work will be done Remotely Working arrangements The supplier's staff will work in their own premises and UKEB/ FRC is not responsible for providing any work infrastructure. Virtual meetings can be arranged to work with UKEB/ FRC between 9.00am and 5.00pm BST Monday to Friday. However, the UKEB/ FRC is willing to facilitate face-to-face meetings at the UKEB's London / Canary Wharf office, if required and agreed by both parties. Security and vetting requirements Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) More information about the Security requirements: TBC Latest start date 3 January 2025 Expected contract length Contract length: 2 years 0 months 0 days Special terms and conditions special term or condition: Note - The maximum budget is £130,000 (excluding VAT and any additional costs such as hosting, support etc). The stage 2 timelines are yet to be finalised. Budget Indicative maximum: £130000 Indicative minimum: The contract value is not specified by the buyer Contracted out service or supply of resource? Contracted out service: the off-payroll rules do not apply Terms and acronyms Term or acronym: UKEB (UK Endorsement Board) Definition: UKEB (UK Endorsement Board) - The UKEB influences, endorses and adopts new or amended international accounting standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) for use by UK companies. UKEB website - https://www.endorsement-board.uk/ Term or acronym: FRC (Financial Reporting Council) Definition: FRC (Financial Reporting Council) - UK regulator for auditors, accountants and actuaries, which also sets the UK's Corporate Governance and Stewardship Codes. The FRC provides operational resource and support to the UKEB, via a Service Level Agreement.