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Provision of insurance cover for assets and services

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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15 May 2026 at 10:58

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07 May 2026 at 10:53

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Summary of the contracting process

Thetford Town Council is currently in the tender stage for the provision of insurance services covering its assets and operations, with a contract set to commence on 1 July 2026 and end by 30 June 2027. This procurement process focuses on the financial and insurance services industry, specifically classified under CPV code 66000000. Located in Thetford, Norfolk, the council has released this open procedure tender, which is above the threshold and seeks to ensure comprehensive insurance coverage for its assets. Interested parties must submit their tenders by the deadline of 4pm on 5 June 2026, to either the provided electronic address or physically to Thetford Town Council's office. The maximum budget allocated for this service is £35,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for insurance firms specialising in comprehensive asset coverage. Given the short contract duration due to council restructuring, this is an ideal opportunity for companies capable of delivering tailored, short-term insurance solutions. Businesses that can offer flexible, competitive premiums, particularly those experienced in working within the public sector or with local councils, will likely find this opportunity aligns well with their service offerings. Additionally, organisations recommended for this tender should have a sound understanding of managing and transferring insurance coverage, ensuring seamless protection for assets potentially moving to a charitable trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of insurance cover for assets and services

Notice Description

Thetford Town Council Is Seeking Tenders for the Provision of Insurance for Thetford Town Council's Assets and Operations Thet 2026/02: Provision of Insurance Thetford Town Council is seeking tenders for the provision of insurance for a one-year period commencing 1 July 2026. The reason for the short-period is that the Town Council is undergoing a restructuring at present and some of its assets and operations will be transferred to a charitable trust, which is expected to take place on or before 30 June 2027. Details of Thetford Town Council's insurance requirements are set out in the attached documents, which include the latest fixed asset register. Further information or clarification can be obtained from Alan Yorke, Deputy Town Clerk, on telephone (01842) 754247 or by email alanyorke@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk A single priced premium (excluding vehicles) confirming the extent and level of cover provided should be set out in the tender response. A fully comprehensive premium for vehicle insurance should be priced separately. Tenders must be submitted by 4pm on 5th June 2026, either electronically or in hard copy format. Electronic tenders should be emailed to: townclerk@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk, using the subject message as Thet 2026/02 Insurance. A hard copy should be delivered in sealed envelopes, marked for the attention of the Town Clerk, Thetford Town Council and labelled as Thet 2026/02 Insurance. The postal or delivery address is The Carnegie, Cage Lane, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2DS Tel: (01842) 754247 Please note that details of the winning contract will be published on our website in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Transparency Code 2014.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9816864d-8f15-475a-928d-9f4aac6e8e99
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

CPV Codes

66000000 - Financial and insurance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
THETFORD
Postcode
IP24 2DS
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Breckland
Electoral Ward
Thetford Castle
Westminster Constituency
South West Norfolk

Further Information

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