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Insurance Consultancy & Renewal Support Agreement

PLATFORM HOUSING LIMITED

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10 May 2026 at 19:20

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Summary of the contracting process

Platform Housing Limited, a sub-central government public authority, has concluded its procurement process for an Insurance Consultancy & Renewal Support Agreement. The contract, awarded to Gibbs Laidler Consulting LLP, spans from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. The procurement involved a direct method below the threshold without competition, focusing on independent consultancy services to aid in insurance programme renewal and management. The service is vital for insurance risk and value-for-money assurance, taking place across the United Kingdom and classified under insurance consultancy services. The contract was signed on 31 March 2026 and carries an annual fixed fee structure intended to control costs and ensure transparency over the three-year period, with a total value of £123,600 including VAT.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in insurance consultancy, particularly those adept in employing market intelligence to influence insurer negotiations favourably. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in risk assessment, strategic advisory for organisational changes, and procurement support may find this contract particularly lucrative. The structured annual engagements guarantee stable consultancy revenue, while providing the opportunity to showcase specialist expertise and drive better outcomes for public authorities like Platform Housing Limited. The agreement's focus on comprehensive support and value-for-money principles can be particularly advantageous for consultancies seeking to solidify their reputation within the insurance advisory sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Insurance Consultancy & Renewal Support Agreement

Notice Description

Independent Insurance Advisory & Support Services Agreement (2026-2029) covers the provision of specialist, independent consultancy services to support the organisation's insurance programme, renewal activities, market engagement, and overall risk and value-for-money assurance. Under this contract, the appointed consultant will provide comprehensive annual support, including the independent review of the organisation's insurance arrangements, identification of risk exposures, and assessment of the adequacy and competitiveness of existing policies. The service includes direct assistance with annual insurance renewal negotiations, offering an impartial second opinion on all insurance-related matters and applying market pressure to insurers to ensure optimal pricing, service quality, flexibility, and value. The contract also provides access to the consultant's wider market intelligence, sector knowledge, and specialist expertise. This includes advisory support for emerging risks, new activities, organisational changes, and strategic developments such as mergers or acquisitions that may affect insurance requirements. As part of the annual fee, future tender management and procurement support will be provided at no additional cost, ensuring continued alignment with best value for money (VFM) principles. The contract is structured over a three-year period with fixed annual fees designed to control costs and ensure transparency: 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2027: PS30,000 + VAT 1 April 2027 - 31 March 2028: PS35,000 + VAT 1 April 2028 - 31 March 2029: PS38,000 + VAT This agreement ensures continuity, market independence, robust oversight of insurance arrangements, and ongoing access to expert advice, delivering long-term value and strengthened risk management.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069531
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042770-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66519310 - Insurance consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£123,600 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLATFORM HOUSING LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B37 7YD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Bickenhill
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GIBBS LAIDLER CONSULTING

Further Information

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