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A Multi-Provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Additional Voluntary Contribution Services primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Nov 2023 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Norfolk County Council is inviting bids for a multi-lot framework agreement for the provision of Additional Voluntary Contribution Services primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). The procurement process includes two lots: Lot 1 for Additional Voluntary Contribution Services and Lot 2 for Consultancy Services associated with Additional Voluntary Contributions. The tender period ends on 8th January 2024, with a contract period starting on 22nd April 2024 and ending on 22nd April 2028. The procurement falls under the 'Pension investment services' industry category.

This tender by the Norfolk County Council presents opportunities for businesses in the pension services and consultancy sectors to provide services for the Local Government Pension Scheme. Companies offering pension investment services, pension fund consultancy services, and pension fund management services may find this tender particularly relevant. Businesses interested in long-term contracts and delivering services in the pension industry should consider bidding for this opportunity.

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Notice Title

A Multi-Provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Additional Voluntary Contribution Services primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council (as Administering Authority for the Norfolk Pension Fund), on its own behalf and on behalf of Cheshire West and Chester Council (as Administering Authority of the Cheshire Pension Fund, Dumfries and Galloway Council (as Administering Authority of the Dumfries and Galloway Pension Fund), Glasgow City Council (as Administering Authority of the Strathclyde Pension Fund) and Leicestershire County Council (as Administering Authority of Leicestershire Pension Fund) wish to let a multi-lot, multi-provider framework agreement for the provision of Additional Voluntary Contribution Services primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This procurement has been split into 2 Lots, providers may bid for any or all lots. Lot 1 - Additional Voluntary Contribution Services Lot 2 - Consultancy Services associated with Additional Voluntary Contributions Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e077b570-ee0d-4d97-bdb8-94cc37f7b92d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

66131100 - Pension investment services

66141000 - Pension fund management services

66520000 - Pension services

66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services

75320000 - Government employee pension schemes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Apr 2024 - 22 Apr 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Julie Ward
Contact Email
julie.ward@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01603223342

Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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