Planning

A multi Provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

24 May 2025 at 11:25

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Norfolk County Council involves creating a multi-provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services, particularly aimed at supporting the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This falls under the services category focused on pension services, with the corresponding CPV code 66520000. It is situated in Norwich, UK, with Norfolk County Council serving as the buyer. Currently in the planning stage, this process is set to advance with a future notice expected on 1st December 2025, signalling the progression towards the tender stage. The contract period is projected to start on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in financial services, cost transparency, and benchmarking, particularly those with experience in the pension sector. The framework agreement model allows for multiple providers, broadening the opportunity for diverse businesses to participate and secure parts of the contract. Companies that can deliver innovative, efficient, and reliable services in these areas could leverage this contract to enhance their market presence and drive growth, particularly within the public sector. As Norfolk County Council is focusing on benchmarking and transparency, businesses adept in these domains could find a strategic avenue for expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A multi Provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services

Notice Description

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05259a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027293-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

66520000 - Pension services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcingteam@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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