Planning

Investment Manager

ABERTAY UNIVERSITY

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Planning

01 Oct 2021 at 07:55

Summary of the contracting process

Abertay University is initiating a planned tender for the position of Investment Manager to oversee the long-term investment of its asset portfolio, with a total value of £180,000. This procurement falls within the category of banking and investment services and is set to take place in Dundee, UK. The contract period runs from 8 March 2022 to 1 April 2025, with an option to extend up to 36 months. Interested suppliers should note that the deadline for expressions of interest will be communicated by 15 November 2021. The submission of proposals must be conducted electronically via the provided link.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in investment management and related financial services, particularly those with a commitment to responsible investing. Companies that have experience as signatories to the UN Principles for Responsible Investment and uphold the UK Stewardship Code will be especially well-positioned to compete. Additionally, firms capable of navigating the specific performance terms—such as adhering to restrictions on investments in certain sectors—will find this contract aligns with their expertise and values.

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Notice Title

Investment Manager

Notice Description

Abertay University is looking for the services of an Investment Manager to manage the long term investment of its assets portfolio.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires an Investment Manager to manage it's asset portfolio. The Investment Manager must take into account environmental, social, and governance factors when considering any investment. It is also expected that the Investment Manager is a signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI) and the UK Stewardship Code in this regard. Responsible Investment is a key requirement of this provision.

Renewal: An option to extend will be available for a period(s) of up to 36 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e6b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024389-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66100000 - Banking and investment services

66120000 - Investment banking services and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Nov 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Mar 2022 - 1 Apr 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERTAY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@abertay.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1382308995

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 1HG
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

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