Scope
Reference
GMC2183
Description
The GMC is seeking to appoint a pension provider to partner with us to provide implementation and ongoing services for the launch of a new pension plan for individuals who benefit from worker status through the work they do as a GMC Associate.
The chosen pension provider is to provide a qualifying workplace pension plan registered in the UK and authorised by the Pensions Regulator. All operational, management and governance responsibilities are to be outsourced to the chosen pension provider, who is to ensure that the pension plan meets all pension legislative requirements and those of relevant regulators such as the Pensions Regulator.
Total value (estimated)
- £4,500,000 excluding VAT
- £5,400,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2030
- Possible extension to 1 October 2035
- 10 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
the contract can be extended for one period of five (5) years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 66520000 - Pension services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
23 July 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
8 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
10 September 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality 80% |
Quality |
| Commercial | 10% |
Cost |
Weighting description
Quality, Commercial, Social Value
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Concession
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=605709
GMC2183 - Security Questionnaire
https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=605710
GMC2183 Invitation To Tender
https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=605711
GMC2183 Terms and Conditions
https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=605712
Guide to submitting a tender
https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=605713
Raising concerns policy
Contracting authority
General Medical Council (GMC)
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 1089278
3 Hardman Street
Manchester
M3 3AW
United Kingdom
Contact name: Angela Barnes
Telephone: +441619236340
Email: angela.barnes@gmc-uk.org
Website: http://www.gmc-uk.org
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government