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title: "Pension Advice 2024-25"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0678b5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-03-31"
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# Pension Advice 2024-25

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0678b5

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## Summary

The University of Exeter, a public authority sub-central government entity, concluded a procurement process for "Pension Advice 2024-25" focused on services within the pension fund consultancy sector. The procurement method was direct and conducted below the threshold without competition. The process, initiated as a tender, has reached the award and contract stages, with the award being active as of 31st March 2026. The contract began on 25th March 2025 and will conclude on 31st July 2025. This initiative pertains to providing pension advice related to ERBS valuation and strategy, located at the University's Exeter address (EX4 4QJ, United Kingdom).

This contract represents a significant business growth opportunity, specifically for firms specialising in pension consultancy services. Although the procurement did not involve open competition due to its direct method, Mercer Limited, a large-scale supplier based in London, successfully secured the contract. Businesses with expertise in providing strategic pension guidance and consultancy that aligns with the educational sector's specific needs would be well-suited to pursue similar opportunities, even when direct procurement methods are applied. With a contract value of GBP 50,000, engaging in such partnerships can enhance a firm's market reputation and expand their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

Pension advice for the University in relation to ERBS valuation and strategy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029491-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £50,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MERCER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 09:46 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029491-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029491-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.mercer.com/

## Provenance

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