Tender

Provision of Motor Fleet Insurance and Related Services as required by Merthyr Valleys Homes Limited

MERTHYR VALLEYS HOMES LIMITED

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Tender

09 Feb 2026 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

Merthyr Valleys Homes Limited, based in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom, has initiated a tender process for the provision of motor fleet insurance and related services. The procurement, facilitated by Gibbs Laidler Consulting LLP, is an active tender belonging to the services category. This open procedure aims to secure insurance services covering various risks such as property damage, liability, and business interruption, with a total estimated contract value of £330,000. The tender submission period ends on 13th March 2026, with the contract commencing on 30th March 2026 and potentially extending until March 2029, with possible renewals. Interested suppliers should note the need for a minimum insurer rating and the requirements for delivering quality service.

This opportunity is highly suitable for businesses skilled in insurance services, particularly those with robust financial capabilities and a background in managing complex insurance portfolios. Companies offering motor vehicle and liability insurance services will find this tender promising as it not only provides the prospect of securing a significant contract but also has the potential for long-term partnership opportunities with Merthyr Valleys Homes. The selection criteria focus on financial stability, quality of service, and the flexibility in insurance cover options, allowing businesses with strong client relationship management and risk management expertise to stand out. Small and medium-sized enterprises also have an opportunity to compete, promoting diverse participation in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Motor Fleet Insurance and Related Services as required by Merthyr Valleys Homes Limited

Notice Description

Merthyr Valleys Homes Limited are looking to appoint one or more providers to deliver their Insurance and related services for Property, 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 Merthyr Valleys Homes Limited. 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 To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012792791

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Merthyr Valleys Homes 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-064b33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011406-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

66000000 - Financial and insurance services

66510000 - Insurance services

66514110 - Motor vehicle insurance services

66516100 - Motor vehicle liability insurance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£330,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£330,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 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
MERTHYR VALLEYS HOMES LIMITED
Additional Buyers

GIBBS LAIDLER CONSULTING LLP

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

Buyer Location

Locality
MERTHYR TYDFIL
Postcode
CF48 1HA
Post Town
Cardiff
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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