--- title: "Appointment of Independent Member / Chair of the Dyfed Pension Fund Pension Board" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fce1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05fce1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05fce1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05fce1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-23" --- # Appointment of Independent Member / Chair of the Dyfed Pension Fund Pension Board Buyer: CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fce1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05fce1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05fce1.json) ## Summary Carmarthenshire County Council is currently in the tender stage for the appointment of an Independent Member/Chair for the Dyfed Pension Fund Pension Board. This opportunity is categorised under services within the pension and investment industry. The Council is based in Carmarthen, United Kingdom, specifically in the UKL14 region. The tender is conducted under an open procedure with a procurement method described as "Below threshold - open competition." The tender process requires interested parties to submit their proposals by 18 February 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 12 February 2026. This role is crucial for ensuring governance and investment management integrity, as detailed in the LGPS Governance Regulations 2015. The contract value is set at £75,000 with a gross value of £90,000, and extends over a three-year period starting on 1 April 2026, with options for a 24-month renewal. This tender offers a significant business opportunity for those specialising in pension management, financial consulting, or related consultancy services, particularly those with experience in local government pension schemes. It is ideal for businesses or self-employed experts with strong financial and investment practice either as Pension Fund Trustees or in managing pension funds. The role not only requires expertise in pension investment services but also provides a platform to influence governance and operational efficiency within the public sector. Moreover, it supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by stating suitability, allowing them to contribute to regional governance and expand their service offerings within public sector frameworks. ## Notice Carmarthenshire County Council as the Administering Authority of the Dyfed Pension Fund is looking to appoint an Independent Member / Chair for the Pension Board, in line with the LGPS Governance Regulations 2015. The Board consists of 7 members: 3 Employer Representatives, 3 Scheme Member Representatives and 1 Independent Member who also acts as Chair. The Independent Chair of the Dyfed Pension Board must be engaged directly by the bidding organisation or as a self-employed individual to ensure clear accountability, independence and reliable delivery. This is a very specialised role, and applicants should have significant financial awareness and investment practice either as a Pension Fund Trustee or in the running of pension funds, preferably within the Local Government Pension Scheme. Further details is provided within the tender pack. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: There is an option to extend this contract for a further period of up to 24 months, subject to available budget, satisfactory performance and agreement by both parties. ### Planning Information The Council seeks market feedback on: Availability: Whether suitable candidates exist in the market with the required specialist LGPS and pension governance expertise. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006215-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | 19 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £75,000 | | Lots value | £75,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | CARMARTHEN | | Post town | Swansea | | Postcode | SA31 1JP | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL42 South West Wales | | Local authority | Carmarthenshire | | Electoral ward | Carmarthen Town North and South | | Westminster constituency | Caerfyrddin | | Delivery location | TLL14 South West Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 66131100 - Pension investment services - 66141000 - Pension fund management services - 66500000 - Insurance and pension services - 75110000 - General public services - 75320000 - Government employee pension schemes - 79112100 - Stakeholders representation services - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services ## Release History - 23 Jan 2026 at 13:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006215-2026 - 23 Dec 2025 at 16:26 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085976-2025 - 23 Dec 2025 at 16:07 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085966-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006215-2026 23rd January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085976-2025 23rd December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085966-2025 23rd December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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