Tender

Provision of TEN-2526-030 (PA2023) Crisis Management

NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT SAVINGS TRUST (NEST) CORPORATION

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Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 11:18

Summary of the contracting process

The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Corporation, a public authority classified under sub-central government, is seeking proposals for crisis management services. This tender, titled "Provision of TEN-2526-030 (PA2023) Crisis Management," will focus on ensuring robust preparedness and effective responses to potential crises that could impact sectors such as financial services and government. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, having commenced on 1st December 2025, with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 12th December 2025 and the tender submission closing on 9th January 2026. The procurement method is open competition, positioned below the threshold, with all service delivery taking place in London, UK. The contract start date is scheduled for 7th April 2026, concluding on 6th April 2028, with a total contract value of £93,600 GBP.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in crisis management services, particularly those with experience in financial services and government sectors. The requirements include conducting quarterly briefings and crisis management drills, thus providing opportunities to demonstrate sophisticated coordination and strategic planning skills. Companies with the capacity to deliver dedicated account management alongside thorough project plans and evaluation reports would be well-suited for this contract. Moreover, small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, as this tender actively considers SME suitability. This is a chance to expand business growth by aligning with NEST's strategic objectives and showcasing the ability to enhance organisational crisis management capabilities through innovative solutions.

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Notice Title

Provision of TEN-2526-030 (PA2023) Crisis Management

Notice Description

Crisis management support to ensure robust preparedness, effective response, and continuous improvement in handling potential crisis events. To include quarterly horizon scanning briefings on crisis risks relevant to sectors like financial services and government, and the delivery of two crisis management drill exercises per contract year. Each drill must be supported by a detailed project plan, example assets, and thorough post-exercise debriefs and reports. In the event of a real-life crisis, the vendor must provide facilitation and coordination support to the Crisis Management Team, along with examples of similar services provided elsewhere. Finally, dedicated account management is required, with a single point of contact and monthly review meetings to ensure effective delivery across all service areas.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ebc8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078418-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79430000 - Crisis management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£93,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
£93,600 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 6 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT SAVINGS TRUST (NEST) CORPORATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nestcorporation.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

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