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Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) Pensions Administration Software

TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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09 May 2025 at 07:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the Greater Manchester Pension Fund's Pensions Administration Software under the CPV classification of IT services, covering software development and maintenance. The tender utilised a selective procurement approach, specifically the restricted procedure, to ensure the provision of hosted software supporting the Local Government and Councillors Pension Schemes in England and Wales. The contract, valued at £3,874,498.24, commenced on 1 December 2024 and will span until 30 November 2029. Heywood Limited, trading as Heywood Pension Technologies, was awarded the contract on 26 November 2024. Although the procurement involved significant collaboration, it was not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, as indicated by the Council's suitability criteria. This process was part of the award stage, with the award notice published on 9 May 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in pension administration software. By securing contracts of this magnitude, firms can enhance their portfolio and reputation within the industry. While Heywood Limited won the award, other businesses with expertise in IT services for healthcare or finance sectors could find similar opportunities through participating in selective procurement procedures with large contracting authorities like Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. These projects can help drive business growth by increasing technical capacity, market reach, and long-term relationships with public sector clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) Pensions Administration Software

Notice Description

Provision of hosted Pensions Administration software required for the provision of software to support pensions administration activities including support and maintenance. Schemes to include the Local Government Pension Scheme, and the Councillors Pension Scheme within England and Wales. The contract will cover all statutory and legal requirements. The contract will be for an initial period of 5 years, with the option to extend for a further 2 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2693bee6-85a2-47ff-a03d-ec010397c8f1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae81f59c-b8a1-4b28-b270-f13bd965c590
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,874,498 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,874,498 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Philip Stephens
Contact Email
philip.stephens@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1619121616

Buyer Location

Locality
SALE
Postcode
M33 7ZF
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEYWOOD LIMITED T/A HEYWOOD PENSION TECHNOLGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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