---
title: "A multi Provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05259a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-24"
---

# A multi Provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05259a

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Norfolk County Council involves creating a multi-provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services, particularly aimed at supporting the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This falls under the services category focused on pension services, with the corresponding CPV code 66520000. It is situated in Norwich, UK, with Norfolk County Council serving as the buyer. Currently in the planning stage, this process is set to advance with a future notice expected on 1st December 2025, signalling the progression towards the tender stage. The contract period is projected to start on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in financial services, cost transparency, and benchmarking, particularly those with experience in the pension sector. The framework agreement model allows for multiple providers, broadening the opportunity for diverse businesses to participate and secure parts of the contract. Companies that can deliver innovative, efficient, and reliable services in these areas could leverage this contract to enhance their market presence and drive growth, particularly within the public sector. As Norfolk County Council is focusing on benchmarking and transparency, businesses adept in these domains could find a strategic avenue for expansion.

## Notice

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Benchmarking and Cost Transparency Services primarily in support of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027293-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| 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

- 66520000 - Pension services

## Release History

- 24 May 2025 at 11:25 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027293-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027293-2025
  24th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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