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title: "Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) Pensions Administration Software"
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# Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) Pensions Administration Software

Buyer: TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2693bee6-85a2-47ff-a03d-ec010397c8f1

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## Summary

The Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the Greater Manchester Pension Fund's Pensions Administration Software under the CPV classification of IT services, covering software development and maintenance. The tender utilised a selective procurement approach, specifically the restricted procedure, to ensure the provision of hosted software supporting the Local Government and Councillors Pension Schemes in England and Wales. The contract, valued at £3,874,498.24, commenced on 1 December 2024 and will span until 30 November 2029. Heywood Limited, trading as Heywood Pension Technologies, was awarded the contract on 26 November 2024. Although the procurement involved significant collaboration, it was not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, as indicated by the Council's suitability criteria. This process was part of the award stage, with the award notice published on 9 May 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in pension administration software. By securing contracts of this magnitude, firms can enhance their portfolio and reputation within the industry. While Heywood Limited won the award, other businesses with expertise in IT services for healthcare or finance sectors could find similar opportunities through participating in selective procurement procedures with large contracting authorities like Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. These projects can help drive business growth by increasing technical capacity, market reach, and long-term relationships with public sector clients.

## Notice

Provision of hosted Pensions Administration software required for the provision of software to support pensions administration activities including support and maintenance. Schemes to include the Local Government Pension Scheme, and the Councillors Pension Scheme within England and Wales. The contract will cover all statutory and legal requirements. The contract will be for an initial period of 5 years, with the option to extend for a further 2 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae81f59c-b8a1-4b28-b270-f13bd965c590 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,874,498 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,874,498 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HEYWOOD LIMITED T/A HEYWOOD PENSION TECHNOLGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 9 May 2025 at 07:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae81f59c-b8a1-4b28-b270-f13bd965c590

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae81f59c-b8a1-4b28-b270-f13bd965c590
  9th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tameside.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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