This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Jun 2026 at 13:51

Tender

10 Nov 2025 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process was initiated by FLOOD RE LIMITED, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom, with the appointment of an investment manager to oversee its £1bn of assets. The procurement, titled "Investment Manager Appointment and Onboarding," falls under the services category, specifically focusing on reinsurance services. It was conducted using an open procedure method, which is suitable for encouraging healthy competition among bidders. The contract completion stage was reached on 23rd June 2026, with the award having been active since 18th March 2026. The contract period is set from 3rd July 2026 to 2nd July 2031, with a potential renewal extending up to 1st July 2033.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large asset management firms with robust insurance asset management capabilities. FLOOD RE LIMITED seeks a strategic partnership, endorsing businesses with strong reputations and expertise in navigating investment risk appetites. While the contract aims at long-term collaboration, it offers potential growth and expansion for prospective firms interested in engaging with government contracts. Notably, the open procurement method and criteria focusing on quality measures such as capability, culture, and support imply that companies able to demonstrate excellence in these areas will be well-positioned to succeed.

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Notice Title

Investment Manager Appointment and Onboarding

Notice Description

Flood Re appointed a reputable asset manager for its PS1bn of assets. Looking for a partnership relationship with an asset management institution with strong brand and insurance asset management capabilities to assist in managing our investments in line with our investment risk appetite.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 10 years minimum contract with the option to extend for an additional 36 months subject to approval.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dd8c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059030-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

66700000 - Reinsurance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,550,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,550,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,625,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jul 2026 - 2 Jul 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FLOOD RE LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4N 7BE
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Candlewick
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABERDEEN GROUP

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