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title: "Pensions Advice"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a2ec"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT"
published: "2026-05-26"
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# Pensions Advice

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a2ec

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## Summary

The University of Kent has concluded a procurement process for Pensions Advice services under a limited competition framework. This award process, completed on 26 May 2026, falls within the services category, specifically targeting pension services, and operates under the 2023/54 legal framework. The awarded contract, with a total gross value of £30,000, commenced on 26 May 2026 and is set to conclude on 1 August 2026. Located in Canterbury, UK, and procedurally categorised as public authority sub-central government, this procurement directly impacts the Future Kent/LASE initiative, offering valuable advisory support for pension arrangements and negotiations.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy and advisory services, particularly those specialising in pension and financial planning. While the process was limited in competition, it highlights significant potential for similar future endeavours as public bodies increasingly seek expert advice for comprehensive pension schemes. Companies like Mercer Limited, already awarded this contract, demonstrate the suitability of large, experienced firms in securing such public sector contracts. Smaller, niche firms might also consider strategically positioning themselves for potential partnerships or subcontracting opportunities to tap into this market, with the increasing demand for specialised financial advisory services.

## Notice

Advisory service required to support with decisions and negotiations on Pension options and arrangements as part of Future Kent/LASE progress.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048531-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 May 2026 - 1 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT2 7NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Blean Forest |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66520000 - Pension services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 10:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048531-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048531-2026
  26th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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