--- title: "A Multi Provider Framework Agreement for the provision of Pensions Administration Software Primarily in Support of the Local Government Pension Scheme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-589fe550-a366-4989-941e-9941e47d33fb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-589fe550-a366-4989-941e-9941e47d33fb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-589fe550-a366-4989-941e-9941e47d33fb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-589fe550-a366-4989-941e-9941e47d33fb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-02" --- # A Multi Provider Framework Agreement for the provision of Pensions Administration Software Primarily in Support of the Local Government Pension Scheme Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-589fe550-a366-4989-941e-9941e47d33fb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-589fe550-a366-4989-941e-9941e47d33fb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-589fe550-a366-4989-941e-9941e47d33fb.json) ## Summary Norfolk County Council has initiated a public procurement process for a Multi Provider Framework Agreement aimed at providing Pensions Administration Software primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This tender involves a consortium of buying organisations including Cheshire West and Chester Council, Kent County Council, Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council, Essex County Council, City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council, Northern Ireland Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee, and City of Wolverhampton. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with the deadline for submission set for 19th January 2025. The framework agreement will commence on 1st May 2025 and will be in place for four years, potentially extendable beyond this period. This open procedure procurement is aimed at service providers and is classified under CPV code 66523100 for Pension fund administration services. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pension administration software to secure contracts with several major local government authorities. Companies that possess the capability to manage and support large-scale pensions administration on an electronic platform are ideally positioned to benefit from this multi-year framework agreement. As the procurement method is open, it encourages extensive participation from qualified businesses, promoting a competitive environment that can facilitate business growth. The involvement in such a comprehensive public sector framework can enhance market presence and provide sustained revenue streams over the contract period. ## Notice Norfolk County Council, on its own behalf and on behalf of the Cheshire West and Chester Council (as Administering Authority for Cheshire Pension Fund), Kent County Council, Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council (as Administering Authority of the Greater Manchester Pension Fund), Essex County Council (As Administering Authority of the Essex Pension Fund), City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council (as Administering Authority of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund), Northern Ireland Local Government Officers' Superannuation Committee and City of Wolverhampton (as Administering Authority of the West Midlands Pension Fund) wish to let a multi provider, framework agreement for the provision of Pension Administration Software primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). The Framework will be for a period of 4 years. However, it may be agreed that call offs may be for an extended period. Additional information: This procurement will be managed electronically via Norfolk County Council's e-procurement system. To participate in this procurement, applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the 'tenders' section and 'express an interest' to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or e-mailing support@in-tend.co.uk. Please note there are no documents available to view. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 May 2025 - 26 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | NORFOLK | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR1 2DH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk | | Local authority | Norwich | | Electoral ward | Lakenham | | Westminster constituency | Norwich South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66523100 - Pension fund administration services ## Release History - 2 Dec 2024 at 08:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 - 2 Dec 2024 at 08:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 - 2 Dec 2024 at 08:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 - 27 Nov 2024 at 12:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 - 4 Nov 2024 at 10:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 - 25 Jun 2024 at 13:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a0060d-9823-4d1c-804f-eb7630380967 2nd December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.norfolk.gov.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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