Scope
Reference
LGPSC0034
Description
The Authority requires a manager research database/platform that enables the Authority to access full comprehensive research reports, including investment and operational due diligence, into investment strategies across the public market asset classes of equities, fixed income and total return.
Total value (estimated)
- £525,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 October 2025 to 14 October 2028
- Possible extension to 14 October 2032
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
2 x 24 month extensions will be available under this contract dependent on the ongoing requirements of the Authority.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 48411000 - Investment management software package
- 66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Submission
Enquiry deadline
1 August 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
14 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lgpscentral/
In order to participate in this procurement, you will need to be registered on the Authority's e-tendering site at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lgpscentral/ . Suppliers only need to register once.
In-Tend will automatically closedown at the Tender deadline, even if it is in the middle of receiving an uploaded document. You must ensure you leave yourself enough time to upload all of your documents in full. Your Tender will not be accepted one the system has closed.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
1 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 80% |
| Price | Cost | 20% |
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
Please see tender documentation for further details
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lgpscentral/
In order to participate in this procurement, you will need to be registered on the Authority's e-tendering site at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lgpscentral/ . Suppliers only need to register once.
Use of the Authority's e-tendering system is free for Tenderers throughout the whole procurement process. Access to the submissions will only be made available to those employees of the Authority/and/or their authorised advisors in respect on this procurement.
Contracting authority
LGPS CENTRAL LIMITED
- Companies House: 10425159
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVZL-3598-XMXZ
1st Floor I9
Wolverhampton
WV1 1LD
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@lgpscentral.co.uk
Website: https://www.lgpscentral.co.uk/
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government