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GMCA 1327 Pensions Administration System

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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01 Apr 2025 at 14:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has successfully completed a procurement process for a Pensions Administration System, classified under "Software package and information systems" (CPV 48000000). The project began with the initiation stage being tender, followed by a direct award procurement method. This tender seeks to address recent changes to the Firefighter's Pension Scheme and improve pensions administration services either through outsourcing or maintaining an in-house system. The contract was awarded to Heywood Limited, starting from 1st February 2025 and ending on 31st January 2026. The value of the contract is £74,705.12.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software package and information systems, especially SMEs who specialise in pensions administration solutions. By undertaking this project, businesses can contribute to addressing administrative challenges brought about by recent pension scheme changes and gain substantial experience and reputation in public sector procurement. This tender is well-suited for businesses looking to expand within the UK, particularly those with expertise in delivering comprehensive software and information systems tailored to meet detailed administrative needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1327 Pensions Administration System

Notice Description

We are currently reviewing the in-house pensions administration service provided by GMCA. A project is currently being set up which will determine whether we continue with the in-house administration provision or alternatively outsource to another provider. At present, due to the recent changes to the Firefighter's Pension Scheme as a result of Age Discrimination remedy, it is unlikely than another provider will be in a position to take on new clients this year due to the amount of additional work involved in reconciliating their existing clients. The plan is to commence a project with the intention of either transferring the administration service to another provider by the end of January 2027 or tendering for a pensions administration system and keep the administration in-house. Therefore, we are requesting an exemption for 25/26 and probably 26/27 until either of the proposals have been completed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a17c1966-7980-426c-9db0-42899cc22fbe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d54e8a0d-b4ea-4f72-9082-48919a4b52ba
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,705 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,705 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 6-12 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
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Kelechi Iheanachor
Contact Email
kelechi.iheanachor@greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1616083577

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEYWOOD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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