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Award

01 May 2026 at 01:00

Tender

16 Oct 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

Elderpark Housing Association, based in Glasgow, has completed the procurement process for "Insurance and Related Services 2026." The tender was initiated to secure general insurance and ancillary services, including claims handling and loss control, beginning 1st April 2026. This contract, under the industry category of housing and community amenities, was conducted through a two-stage Restricted Procedure, focusing on bidders' capabilities and experience. Key deadlines included the end of submission on 17th November 2025, with contracts awarded on 1st April 2026. The procurement method was a selective, competitive procedure with negotiation, aiming to secure the most economically advantageous tenders.

This procurement process offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large insurance providers and brokers with expertise in non-life insurable risks, terrorism and political violence, cyber risk, and other specialised insurance services. Businesses with a strong track record in delivering comprehensive insurance coverage, effective risk management, and advisory services to housing associations or similar entities would be well-suited to compete. The tender was highly competitive, bringing multiple large suppliers like Zurich and Jensten Group, showing the lucrative nature of engaging in such public procurement opportunities in the UK’s housing sector.

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Notice Title

Insurance and Related Services 2026 for Elderpark Housing Association

Notice Description

The Contract is for the provision of general insurance and related services, including claims handling, loss control services and general programme maintenance and advice as required by Elderpark Housing Association commencing 1st April 2026. A full Summary of Current Cover will be provided with the Invitation to Tender to selected bidders. Bids are invited from suitably qualified insurance brokers and direct providers for the entire scope of services. The procurement will follow the two-stage Restricted Procedure with a pre-qualifying stage based on completed SPDs and bidders will be selected on the basis of their capability, capacity and experience to perform the contract.

Lot Information

Insurance and related services associated with Directors and Officers Liability, and Entity as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for Directors and Officers Liability, and Entity as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre-qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents.. A Summary of Elderpark Housing Association's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period.

Insurance and related services associated with Professional Indemnity Risks as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for Professional Indemnity Risks as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre-qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents.. A Summary of Elderpark Housing Association's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period.

Insurance and related services associated with Crime Risks as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for terrorism/political violence (Pool Re) as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre-qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents.. A Summary of Elderpark's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period

Insurance and related services associated with Terrorism and/or Political Violence (Pool-Re) as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for terrorism/political violence (Pool Re) as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre-qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents.. A Summary of Elderpark's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period

Insurance and related services associated with Terrorism and/or Political Violence (Non Pool-Re) as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for terrorism/political violence (Non Pool Re) as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre-qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents.. A Summary of Elderpark Housing Association's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period.

Insurance and related services associated with Cyber Risk as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for cyber liability and related services as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre-qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents.. A Summary of Elderpark Housing Association's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period.

Insurance and related services associated with Property, Legal Liability and other General (non-life) insurable risks as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for property, legal liabilities and other general insurances as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre-qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents. A Summary of Elderpark's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period

Insurance and related services associated with Engineering as required by Elderpark Housing Association

The scope of the Contract includes the provision of insurance cover, brokerage services (where applicable), professional advice, claims management and loss control services for engineering and inspection insurances as required by Elderpark Housing Association for a period of three years commencing 01.04.2026, with the option to extend by up to a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Bids are invited from suitably qualified and experienced insurance brokers and direct insurers. The Contract will follow the two-stage Competitive Procedure with Negotiation with bidders being selected on the basis of the responses contained in the pre qualifying SPD. Bidders will be expected have the capability, capacity, financial and economic standing and experience to perform the contract. SPDs must be completed in full with all relevant information supplied. The Contract will be awarded on the basis of Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with specific evaluation criteria detailed within the Invitation To Tender and contract documents.. A Summary of Elderpark Housing Association's current insurances will be made available along with the Invitation to Tender. Bidders are required to submit the appropriate SPD, completed in full in order to be considered for Stage 2 of the procurement.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further two years at Elderpark Housing Association's sole discretion. Renewal will be sought at the end of the three or five year period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808254
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY554997
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66510000 - Insurance services

66513000 - Legal insurance and all-risk insurance services

66515200 - Property insurance services

66515410 - Financial loss insurance services

66515411 - Pecuniary loss insurance services

66516000 - Liability insurance services

66516400 - General liability insurance services

66518100 - Insurance brokerage services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£540,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£694,111 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Between three or five years, from the date of this notice.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Elderpark Housing Association
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 3AX
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

Jensten Group

Marsh Ltd

Zurich

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541554
    Insurance and Related Services 2026 for Elderpark Housing Association - The Contract is for the provision of general insurance and related services, including claims handling, loss control services and general programme maintenance and advice as required by Elderpark Housing Association commencing 1st April 2026. A full Summary of Current Cover will be provided with the Invitation to Tender to selected bidders. Bids are invited from suitably qualified insurance brokers and direct providers for the entire scope of services. The procurement will follow the two-stage Restricted Procedure with a pre-qualifying stage based on completed SPDs and bidders will be selected on the basis of their capability, capacity and experience to perform the contract.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY554997
    Insurance and Related Services 2026 for Elderpark Housing Association - The Contract is for the provision of general insurance and related services, including claims handling, loss control services and general programme maintenance and advice as required by Elderpark Housing Association commencing 1st April 2026. A full Summary of Current Cover will be provided with the Invitation to Tender to selected bidders. Bids are invited from suitably qualified insurance brokers and direct providers for the entire scope of services. The procurement will follow the two-stage Restricted Procedure with a pre-qualifying stage based on completed SPDs and bidders will be selected on the basis of their capability, capacity and experience to perform the contract.

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