MSA Invites Responses from Qualified Vendors to Provide a Modern Finance Information System Solution
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Marist Schools Australia Limited (MSA Ltd) invites suitably qualified vendors to submit proposals for the supply, implementation and ongoing support of a modern, cloud-based Finance Information System for MSA Ltd and its network of 12 governed schools. Purpose The selected solution will provide a secure, scalable, multi-entity finance platform that standardises financial processes, strengthens governance and reporting, and supports the evolving operational needs of MSA Ltd and its schools. Scope The scope includes: Solution design and configuration Data migration System integrations Testing Training Change management Go-live support Ongoing maintenance Objectives Enable consistent financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting Improve automation and internal controls Provide role-based reporting and dashboards across school, regional and national levels Contract Terms and Conditions Implementation is expected to commence in January 2027 Staged rollout across participating schools over a three-year period You will need to register for a free Adcentre account here in order to download the documents.
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