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Non-advised Defined Contribution (DC) pension transfers

FCA

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11 Jun 2026 at 14:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Non-advised Defined Contribution (DC) pension transfers" was conducted by the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority), headquartered in London, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of market research services, with a CPV code of 79310000. It reached the award stage on 21 May 2026, after the tender period ended on 11 May 2026. The procurement involved a selective methodology via a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract period spans from 26 May 2026 to 14 October 2026. The procurement's estimated value began at £79,364.59, ultimately reaching £85,844.59.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses engaged in market research services, especially those with expertise in qualitative analysis related to the pensions market. Although the procurement process did not specify suitability for small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), larger consulting firms, like The Big Window Consulting Ltd, which was awarded the contract, can benefit from partnerships with regulatory bodies such as the FCA. Participating in these tenders can lead to business growth through enhanced visibility and by establishing a track record with high-profile public sector clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Non-advised Defined Contribution (DC) pension transfers

Notice Description

Qualitative research to support the FCA's consultation CP25-39: Adapting our requirements for a changing pensions market.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4531825f-80a4-455f-a6c7-43cfe141513e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,844 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£85,844 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 May 2026 - 14 Oct 2026 1-6 months
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
FCA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE BIG WINDOW CONSULTING

Further Information

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