Tender

Pension Advisor Services

TRANSLINK

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Tender

16 Apr 2021 at 16:24

Summary of the contracting process

Translink, the contracting authority based in Belfast, is currently seeking proposals for Pension Advisor Services through an open tender process. The total contract value is £280,000, with the anticipated start date set for 1 July 2021. The tender period concludes on 10 May 2021 at 15:00, with submissions to be made in writing. This procurement falls under the 'Insurance and pension services' industry category, reflecting its significance in supporting pension schemes for the organisation’s workforce.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the financial services sector, particularly those specialising in pension consultancy, administration, and management. Companies with a strong track record in delivering quality advisory services within the public sector, as well as those familiar with the intricacies of pension regulations, would be well-placed to submit competitive bids. The successful tenderer may also benefit from renewal options, extending the potential partnership with Translink significantly beyond the initial contract term.

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Notice Title

Pension Advisor Services

Notice Description

The following is provided in good faith and is intended only as a preliminary background explanation to Translink's requirement, it does not purport to be all inclusive. Translink is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced organisation to undertake Pension Advisor Services. The anticipated start date is 1 July 2021 however dates may be subject to change. Translink reserves the right to accept part of any Tender from one or any number of Tenderers and may change the contracting strategy at any time.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The following is provided in good faith and is intended only as a preliminary background explanation to Translink's requirement, it does not purport to be all inclusive. Translink is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced organisation to undertake Pension Advisor Services. The anticipated start date is 1 July 2021 however dates may be subject to change. Translink reserves the right to accept part of any Tender from one or any number of Tenderers and may change the contracting strategy at any time.

Options: Options to extend contract on a 1+1+1 basis.

Renewal: Options to extend contract on a 1+1+1 basis.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a71e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008109-2021
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
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

66500000 - Insurance and pension services

66520000 - Pension services

66521000 - Individual pension services

66522000 - Group pension services

66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services

66523100 - Pension fund administration services

75320000 - Government employee pension schemes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
At the end of the contract term.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSLINK
Contact Name
Rhonda Gourley
Contact Email
rhonda.gourley@translink.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 7LX
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN0 Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

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