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Hasilwood Management Services Ltd

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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08 Aug 2024 at 10:23

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has announced the annual renewal of part of its insurance provision with Hasilwood Management Services Ltd, a subsidiary of UMAL. This approach falls under a Voluntary Ex-Ante Transparency (VEAT) notice for a one-year period, with an option to extend for an additional year. The procurement, classified as insurance services, is particularly focused on the university's estate and is set in the region of UKG31. This decision was part of a negotiated process without the publication of a contract notice, aimed at allowing a comprehensive review of the university's insurance needs, including a thorough risk assessment and valuation. The contract, valued at £3,000,000, was awarded on 8th August 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in insurance services tailored to large educational institutions. Businesses equipped to provide extensive insurance coverage, including niche areas such as fine art, engineering inspections, and motor fleet insurance, would be well-suited to compete. Companies that can offer comprehensive risk assessments and innovative insurance solutions that align with the university's requirements will find this tender particularly appealing. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses have the potential to significantly expand their portfolios and establish long-term relationships with key public sector clients like the University of Birmingham.

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Notice Title

Hasilwood Management Services Ltd

Notice Description

This Voluntary Ex-Ante Transparency (VEAT) relates to the annual renewal for part of the University of Birmingham's Insurance provision. The University is proposing to extend their existing contract with Hasilwood, who act as an Insurance Broking subsidiary for UMAL, for the provision of this service for a period of one year, with the option to extend for a further one year, whilst a full review of the University estate, Insurance requirements and preparation for the tender process is undertaken.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Voluntary Ex-Ante Transparency (VEAT) relates to the annual renewal for part of the University of Birmingham's Insurance provision. The University is proposing to extend their existing contract with Hasilwood, who act as an Insurance Broking subsidiary for UMAL, for the provision of this service for a period of one year, with the option to extend for a further one year, whilst a full review of the University estate, Insurance requirements and preparation for the tender process is undertaken. Hasilwood currently provide the University's Insurance Broker Services enabling access to a wider insurance market beyond that offered by the University's insurance provider UMAL. These policies include, Fine Art for the Henry Barber Trust, Engineering Inspect, Motor Fleet and Travel Cover. Hasilwood are the University's current Insurance Broker and there are several reasons, detailed below, as to why the University is unable to change provider at this time. * A wholesale valuation of the University's Buildings, Property and Contents is required in order to properly demonstrate the value of the Estate; * A review with internal stakeholders is required to properly understand all manner of risks, including Liability, Travel, Research, Financial, and Reputational; * A review with The Executive Group is required to understand the Risk Tolerance of the University; It is essential all of the above is undertaken prior to a Tender process commencing in order for the University to discharge its responsibilities under the Insurance Act 2015 wherein it must disclose all material facts which may affect a prudent insurer's judgment. If the University is found to be non-compliant, cover may be withdrawn or cancelled, and claims may not be paid. UMAL is a Mutual comprising approximately 154 UK universities with the University being one of its first members. The University is also its largest member is terms of contribution and portfolio value. Some of the benefits of being a Member of a Mutual are: an annual Credit Note, Member Loyalty Bonus, and no requirement to pay Insurance Premium Tax at 12% of the value of the contributions (overall PS2.5m this year). Hasilwood, as an Insurance Broking subsidiary of UMAL, currently provides the level of cover required by the University and is also able to arrange further covers should these be required.

Procurement Information

This Voluntary Ex-Ante Transparency (VEAT) relates to the annual renewal for part of the University of Birmingham's Insurance provision. The University is proposing to extend their existing contract with Hasilwood, who act as an Insurance Broking subsidiary for UMAL, for the provision of this service for a period of one year, with the option to extend for a further one year, whilst a full review of the University estate, Insurance requirements and preparation for the tender process is undertaken. Hasilwood currently provide the University's Insurance Broker Services enabling access to a wider insurance market beyond that offered by the University's insurance provider UMAL. These policies include, Fine Art for the Henry Barber Trust, Engineering Inspect, Motor Fleet and Travel Cover. Hasilwood are the University's current Insurance Broker and there are several reasons, detailed below, as to why the University is unable to change provider at this time. * A wholesale valuation of the University's Buildings, Property and Contents is required in order to properly demonstrate the value of the Estate; * A review with internal stakeholders is required to properly understand all manner of risks, including Liability, Travel, Research, Financial, and Reputational; * A review with The Executive Group is required to understand the Risk Tolerance of the University; It is essential all of the above is undertaken prior to a Tender process commencing in order for the University to discharge its responsibilities under the Insurance Act 2015 wherein it must disclose all material facts which may affect a prudent insurer's judgment. If the University is found to be non-compliant, cover may be withdrawn or cancelled, and claims may not be paid. UMAL is a Mutual comprising approximately 154 UK universities with the University being one of its first members. The University is also its largest member is terms of contribution and portfolio value. Some of the benefits of being a Member of a Mutual are: an annual Credit Note, Member Loyalty Bonus, and no requirement to pay Insurance Premium Tax at 12% of the value of the contributions (overall PS2.5m this year). Hasilwood, as an Insurance Broking subsidiary of UMAL, currently provides the level of cover required by the University and is also able to arrange further covers should these be required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0488d1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024996-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66510000 - Insurance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HASILWOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Further Information

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