--- title: "Insurance Services and Associated Claims Handling" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e9703ae2-1173-44a9-b35c-256b39e12574" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e9703ae2-1173-44a9-b35c-256b39e12574" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9703ae2-1173-44a9-b35c-256b39e12574.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9703ae2-1173-44a9-b35c-256b39e12574.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LANCASHIRE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE" published: "2020-12-10" --- # Insurance Services and Associated Claims Handling Buyer: LANCASHIRE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9703ae2-1173-44a9-b35c-256b39e12574 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e9703ae2-1173-44a9-b35c-256b39e12574) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9703ae2-1173-44a9-b35c-256b39e12574.json) ## Summary Lancashire Combined Fire Authority (LCFA) is inviting tenders for "Insurance Services and Associated Claims Handling," with a total contract value of £2,000,000. The procurement process, which is currently in the Tender stage, is structured as an open procedure and comprises several work packages, including Property, Fidelity Guarantee, Casualty, Motor Fleet, Engineering, and Personal Accident and Travel. The deadline for submitting tenders is 12th February 2021, with the anticipated service commencement date set for 1st April 2021. The services will be provided in the North West region of the United Kingdom and are intended for a maximum period of three years, with a possible extension of up to two additional years. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in insurance services and claims handling. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will find this tender especially accessible, allowing them to compete across various lots and potentially secure long-term contracts with LCFA. Firms offering specific expertise in insurance sectors such as property, motor fleet, and engineering services could position themselves favourably, thereby supporting growth and diversification in their service offerings. ## Notice Lancashire Combined Fire Authority (LCFA) are going out to Tender for Insurances Services and Associated Claims Handling. The Fire Authority proposes to enter into one or more Contract(s) for a maximum period of 3 years (with the option to extend for a further period of 2 years) with the successful Tenderer(s) (Supplier). The anticipated service commencement date is 1st April 2021. The Services have been divided into work packages (Lots) and Tenderers are invited to bid for all or any of the following Lots: Lot 1 - Property Lot 2 - Fidelity Guarantee Lot 3 - Casualty Lot 4 - Motor Fleet Lot 5 - Engineering Lot 6 - Personal Accident and Travel The procurement exercise will be managed via the procurement portal (www.Supply4NWFirefire.org.uk). Hard copy submissions will not be accepted and all correspondence must be via the portal. To respond to this opportunity, please log into the procurement portal and use access code M25UR3KP5V to access the necessary documentation. If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the portal please contact the Supply4NWFireFire eSourcing Helpdesk (not LFRS) on 0845 270 7050 or email nwfire@delta-esourcing.com. Additional information: Lancashire Combined Fire Authority (LCFA) are going out to Tender for Insurances Services and Associated Claims Handling. The Fire Authority proposes to enter into one or more Contract(s) for a maximum period of 3 years (with the option to extend for a further period of 2 years) with the successful Tenderer(s) (Supplier). The anticipated service commencement date is 1st April 2021. The Services have been divided into work packages (Lots) and Tenderers are invited to bid for all or any of the following Lots: Lot 1 - Property Lot 2 - Fidelity Guarantee Lot 3 - Casualty Lot 4 - Motor Fleet Lot 5 - Engineering Lot 6 - Personal Accident and Travel The procurement exercise will be managed via the procurement portal (www.Supply4NWFirefire.org.uk). Hard copy submissions will not be accepted and all correspondence must be via the portal. To respond to this opportunity, please log into the procurement portal and use access code M25UR3KP5V to access the necessary documentation. If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the portal please contact the Supply4NWFireFire eSourcing Helpdesk (not LFRS) on 0845 270 7050 or email nwfire@delta-esourcing.com. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c12a10a-9541-4e77-b0f9-5d6ae4c24a79 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | 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 | LANCASHIRE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE | | Locality | PRESTON | | Post town | Preston | | Postcode | PR2 3LH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire | | Local authority | Preston | | Electoral ward | Greyfriars | | Westminster constituency | Ribble Valley | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66510000 - Insurance services ## Release History - 10 Dec 2020 at 17:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c12a10a-9541-4e77-b0f9-5d6ae4c24a79 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c12a10a-9541-4e77-b0f9-5d6ae4c24a79 10th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/11e1aa1f-897c-4d73-b6cc-164afc4b40c6 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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