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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has successfully completed a procurement process for the provision of a Framework Agreement for Pension Accounting Services, titled as tender "PURCH2906". The procurement falls within the education sector and is classified under services. The open procedure method was used for this process. The framework agreement will cover a period of three years, with an option for an additional one-year extension. The award notice was finalised on 16th July 2026, following a tender period that concluded on 30th April 2026. The geographic focus for service delivery is the UKM82 region, specifically Glasgow. The awarded contract, valued at £69,147, was signed on 15th July 2026, with Isio Group Limited securing the contract as the supplier.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specializing in pension accounting services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive support for year-end consolidated financial statements. Large firms with expertise in actuary services, like Isio Group Limited, will find such contracts rewarding. However, smaller enterprises can also benefit by positioning themselves as subcontractors or through supply-chain development opportunities. Additionally, businesses involved in community development will find alignment with the University of Glasgow’s commitment to community benefits, including employment, equality initiatives, and educational support, thus encouraging submitting entities to incorporate such values in their proposals.

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Notice Title

PURCH2906 Provision of a Framework Agreement for Pension Accounting Services

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2906 Provision of a Framework Agreement for Pension Accounting Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2906 Provision of a Framework Agreement for Pension Accounting Services for the Period of Three Years with the Option to Extend for One Period of 12 Months only The University the Tax, Treasury and Financial Reporting Team require an actuary to assist us with the following for our year end consolidated financial statements Please refer to the 'PURCH2906 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification

Renewal: 12 months extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000828030
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560333
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79211000 - Accounting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£69,147 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
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
G12 8QQ
Post Town
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
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ISIO GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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