--- title: "Investment Adviser" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0600f6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0600f6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0600f6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0600f6.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)" published: "2026-01-07" --- # Investment Adviser Buyer: GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0600f6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0600f6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0600f6.json) ## Summary The General Medical Council (GMC) is currently undertaking a tender process to appoint an Investment Adviser. This procurement falls under the fiscal services and business consultancy categories, aimed at supporting the GMC in developing and managing investment strategies. Located in Manchester, UK, the deadline for tender submissions is 11th February 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 30th January 2026. As part of an open procedure, the process invites capable organisations to propose their services, with key procurement details accessible online. This procurement is still in the 'Tender' stage, reflecting its current active status. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in investment consultancy and management. Suitable candidates include those with SME status, who can offer strategic investment advice, support in selecting investment managers, and deliver comprehensive reports on investment performance and strategy. Companies with expertise in ESG frameworks, regulatory changes, and responsible investment policies stand to benefit greatly. The successful bidder will secure a contract potentially lasting up to 8 years, opening avenues for sustained growth within the public sector. The procurement requires a skilled approach to financial advisory services, ensuring that the awarded entity can significantly contribute to and enhance the GMC's financial objectives. ## Notice The services sought under the contract are: Design of, and advice on, the suitability of investment strategies. Assistance with the selection of investment managers to implement the chosen investment strategy, including the co-ordination of the transition of assets. Reporting on the development of the investment strategy. Reporting on investment manager performance, any organisational developments, and their ongoing suitability. Reviews and drafting of (or input to) investment policy documents, including provision of updates on relevant developments (e.g. Charity Commission guidance, UK Stewardship Code, or evolving ESG frameworks) to ensure the investment policy statement remains compliant and fit for purpose. Advice on responsible or sustainable investment policies and their implementation. Support negotiating fees with investment managers and reviewing agreements from an investment point of view, including fee benchmarking of investment manager and custodian fees. Ability to deliver training sessions for Committee members, particularly around ESG developments, stewardship, and regulatory changes. Ability to scenario model and stress test the investment strategy under different market conditions. Ability to review strategic asset allocation and impact on risk and return. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: Services within scope of the specification but outside of the core services, paid on a time and materials basis Renewal: option to extend for three periods of one year ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001055-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £400,000 | | Lots value | £400,000 | | 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 | GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC) | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M3 3AW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Deansgate | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79220000 - Fiscal services - 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services ## Release History - 7 Jan 2026 at 12:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001055-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001055-2026 7th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=627465 Invitation to tender - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=627466 Terms and conditions - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=627467 Raising concerns policy - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=627469 Guide to submitting a tender to GMC ## Notice URLs - http://www.gmc-uk.org - 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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