Tender

Provision of Insurance and Related Services to Poplar HARCA

POPLAR HARCA

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Tender

11 Dec 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Poplar HARCA seeks providers for insurance and related services covering various liability and risk management needs, including motor fleet, cyber risks, terrorism, and political violence. The procurement is managed by Gibbs Laidler Consulting LLP in London under an open competitive flexible procedure. The tender process comprises multiple stages, with deadlines for expressions of interest set for 9th January 2026, an enquiry period ending on 2nd January 2026, and the award period concluding on 5th June 2026. This opportunity falls under the services category, with an overall contract value of £420,000, and is aimed at ensuring quality and cost-effective insurance solutions for legal liabilities and other non-life insurable risks.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the insurance sector, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive risk management and liability insurance. Businesses that can offer diversified insurance services with strong financial stability, supported by insurers with robust credit ratings, will find this opportunity particularly beneficial. The contract is suitable for both established firms and SMEs, and it allows for long-term agreements, making it an attractive prospect for companies looking to expand their public sector portfolio. With a balanced focus on cost and quality in evaluation criteria, firms with a skilled service team and innovative solutions will be well-positioned to compete and secure contracts across the various lots on offer.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Insurance and Related Services to Poplar HARCA

Notice Description

Poplar HARCA are looking to appoint one or more providers to deliver their Insurance and related services for legal liability and other general (non-life) insurable risks. The programme will require Insurance and related services for risks that may include but not be limited to: property damage and business interruption, employers, public, products and property owners liability, business combined/office, money, all risks, computer, contract works, group personal accident and employment practices liability. This list is to be decided at the sole discretion of Poplar HARCA. Suppliers will be required to have the financial ability to deliver the programme, including Insurers with a minimum rating of 'BBB' from standard and poor, 'B++' from AM Best, or an equivalent rating by an independent and reputable credit rating agency and approved by the bidder's market security committee. In the case of any rating less than A-, the contracting authority will evaluate and accept the nominated insurer(s) at its sole discretion, subject to disclosure and acceptance prior to the ITT bid deadline of the bidder's market security committee's latest report, including written recommendation from the bidder's market security committee. Suppliers will be assessed but not limited to the following high level criterion: - The ability to provide the Contracting Authority with a choice of suitable insurers and/or suitable cover options - A skilled and competent service team, being Client Relationship Management, Insurance Claims management, Insurance Broking / underwriting and insurable risk managers - The delivery of quality service to the Contracting Authority and our clients, including that provided to us by any third-party contractor employed by you or by the Insurer(s) you propose For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Insurance-services./Q52V4AJBY5 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q52V4AJBY5

Lot Information

Insurance and related services for Motor Fleet risks, as required by Poplar HARCA

Poplar HARCA are looking to appoint one provider to deliver their Insurance and related services for Motor Fleet risks.

Renewal: Poplar HARCA will consider entering into Long Term Agreements with the bidder and/or the bidder's proposed Risk carriers for 3 years (or 3 periods of insurance), with the option to extend the award period by up to 2 further years (or 2 periods of insurance), subject to satisfactory service, performance and cost.

Insurance and related services associated with Cyber Risk for Poplar HARCA

Poplar HARCA are looking to appoint one provider to deliver their Insurance and related services for Cyber Risk cover.

Renewal: Poplar HARCA will consider entering into Long Term Agreements with the bidder and/or the bidder's proposed Risk carriers for 3 years (or 3 periods of insurance), with the option to extend the award period by up to 2 further years (or 2 periods of insurance), subject to satisfactory service, performance and cost.

Insurance and related services associated with Terrorism and/or Political Violence (Pool Re) for Poplar HARCA

Poplar HARCA are looking to appoint one or more providers to deliver their Insurance and related services associated with Terrorism and/or Political Violence (Pool Re) cover. Please note, Poplar HARCA will award either Lot 3 or Lot 4 at its sole discretion and will not Award both. Lot 4 estimate value has been left blank to avoid premium duplication.

Renewal: Poplar HARCA will consider entering into Long Term Agreements with the bidder and/or the bidder's proposed Risk carriers for 3 years (or 3 periods of insurance), with the option to extend the award period by up to 2 further years (or 2 periods of insurance), subject to satisfactory service, performance and cost.

Insurance and related services associated with Terrorism and/or Political Violence (Non Pool-Re) for Poplar HARCA

Poplar HARCA are looking to appoint one or more providers to deliver their Insurance and related services associated with Terrorism and/or Political Violence (Non Pool Re) cover. Please note, Poplar HARCA will award either Lot 3 or Lot 4 at its sole discretion and will not Award both. Lot 4 estimate value has been left blank to avoid premium duplication.

Renewal: Poplar HARCA will consider entering into Long Term Agreements with the bidder and/or the bidder's proposed Risk carriers for 3 years (or 3 periods of insurance), with the option to extend the award period by up to 2 further years (or 2 periods of insurance), subject to satisfactory service, performance and cost.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f45f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082249-2025
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66510000 - Insurance services

66514110 - Motor vehicle insurance services

66515000 - Damage or loss insurance services

66516000 - Liability insurance services

66516100 - Motor vehicle liability insurance services

66517300 - Risk management insurance services

66518300 - Insurance claims adjustment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£420,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£420,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 20263 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Jun 2026 - 13 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POPLAR HARCA
Additional Buyers

GIBBS LAIDLER CONSULTING LLP

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gibbslaidler.co.uk
Contact Phone
01959562242

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 6DA
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sevenoaks
Electoral Ward
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Westminster Constituency
Sevenoaks

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