This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

21 Nov 2025 at 14:38

Award

04 Sep 2025 at 16:45

Tender

09 Jul 2025 at 10:11

Planning

28 May 2025 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

The General Medical Council (GMC), based in Manchester, UK, has completed its procurement process titled "GMC2183 Associate Pension Provider," aimed at appointing a pension provider for its associate workers in compliance with associate worker regulations. This contract falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on pension services and administration, and covers the entire UK region. The procurement was initiated using an open procedure, and the contract has been awarded to TPT Retirement Solutions Limited based in Leeds. The procurement stage has progressed from planning and tender to award, with key events occurring from May to November 2025. The contract formally commenced on 28 October 2025, with provisions to extend it further after its initial five-year period, ending on 8 October 2030.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for large-scale service providers specialized in pension administration and management. As a significant contract valued at GBP 5.4 million (gross), it provides a stable revenue stream over a potential ten-year period, with the initial agreement lasting for five years. Businesses with a robust track record in handling large pension schemes and compliance with UK regulatory standards are well-suited to compete for such contracts. The scope for delivering high-quality pension administration and potentially additional investment services makes this contract and similar opportunities highly attractive for established businesses looking to enhance their portfolios in the financial services sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GMC2183 Associate Pension Provider

Notice Description

To appoint a pension provider for our associate workers in line with associate worker regulations

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: the contract can be extended for one period of five (5) years

Planning Information

Held discussions with pension providers, legal firms and other organisations who are going through worker status enrolment. To get an understanding around legislation, guidance, data requirements, opt out process, investment options, online and digital provisions and challenges and experience in rolling out a similar scheme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052788
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076099-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66520000 - Pension services

66523100 - Pension fund administration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
9 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
4 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
28 Oct 2025 - 8 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
General Medical Council (GMC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AW
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TPT Retirement Solutions Limited

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