TEN-2526-037 (PA2023) Retirement Consultancy Framework - Lot No 2, Call-Off No 1
1 · Local or regional public body
In brief
1 awarded financial services and research work to Hymans Robertson LLP, Towers Watson Limited and Lane Clark & Peacock LLP and 2 others on 20 July 2026.
It is a framework worth up to £3,000,000 excluding VAT: the most the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers, not one contract.
The contract runs for 4 years, starting 1 April 2026.
It is split into 4 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
May: Preparation and attendance at regular project calls. Reviewing the project plan and work to develop the project plan for Co-design Cycle 2. Production of a decisions log to record the agreed design structure Work in respect of the annuity transfer value design, including: Preparation for and attendance at the meeting on 12 May to discuss Rothesay's initial analysis Preparation of paper "Review of Rothesay's transfer value analysis" dated May 2026 Preparation for and attendance at the meeting on 29 May to discuss and agree the annuity transfer value design Initiating the Value for Money workstream, including outlining potential elements of the Value for Money process for Rothesay's…Read the full description
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Decumulation expertise, scheme and product design. 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2030 What this lot coversa. DC decumulation pensions market capability, expertise in UK market for DC pension provision, specifically in decumulation, and the latest policy, regulatory and industry developments. b. Capability in UK decumulation pension scheme design that enables the pooling of longevity and other risks, in a money purchase or other legislative/regulatory context. c. Decumulation product design - capability in all stages of decumulation product design, from user research, to translating member needs into design principles, detailed product design, and implementation. | Financial services and insurance | £3,000,000 |
| Bulk Insurance and Risk Transfer 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2030 What this lot coversa. Actuarial expertise and advisory services on longevity risk transfer mechanisms for defined contribution schemes, including buy-ins, buy-outs, and longevity swaps - encompassing pricing analysis, structuring, transaction execution, investment considerations, and ongoing governance and administration. b. Experience of developing approaches to longevity risk transfer for defined contribution schemes. | Financial services and insurance | £3,000,000 |
| Longevity Analysis and Modelling 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2030 What this lot coversa. Longevity modelling and actuarial capability, insight into longevity trends and developments, particularly in the context of the population of pension savers under auto enrolment. b. Capability in developing actuarial modelling for decumulation solutions. Knowledge and understanding of appropriate capital market assumptions and longevity trends for decumulation. c. Experience of designing decision frameworks and governance approaches to support Trustees in setting and maintaining income levels in decumulation. | Financial services and insurance | £3,000,000 |
| Member Experience and Communications 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2030 What this lot coversa. Competency in crafting intuitive member journeys and clear communication strategies that drive positive retirement outcomes. b. Expertise in applying user experience methodologies and date led design. c. Proficiency in applying behavioural science techniques and develop evidence-based communication strategies that guide informed retirement decisions. | Financial services and insurance | £3,000,000 |
Who won
| Winner | Lot | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hymans Robertson LLP Towers Watson Limited Lane Clark & Peacock LLP | Decumulation expertise, scheme and product design. | £3,000,000 | Awarded 6 March 2026 22 April 2026 to 31 March 2030 |
| Hymans Robertson LLP | Bulk Insurance and Risk Transfer | £3,000,000 | Awarded 6 March 2026 29 June 2026 to 31 March 2030 |
| Towers Watson Limited 5 bids received | Longevity Analysis and Modelling | £3,000,000 | Awarded 6 March 2026 7 April 2026 to 31 March 2030 |
| Sopra Steria Limited | Member Experience and Communications | £3,000,000 | Awarded 2 April 2026 |
| Towers Watson Limited Willis Towers Watson 5 bids received | Longevity Analysis and Modelling | £450,000 | Awarded 23 April 2026 6 May 2026 to 30 October 2026 |
| Hymans Robertson LLP | Bulk Insurance and Risk Transfer | £400,000 | Awarded 1 July 2026 20 July 2026 to 31 December 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 004207-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 023227-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 030777-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 037137-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 041979-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 059712-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 061043-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 068383-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 068393-2026
About the buyer
Procurements
37Awards
31Suppliers it has used most for financial services
- Alpha Financial Markets Consulting UK Limited4 contracts
- Willis Towers Watson3 contracts
- Hymans Robertson LLP2 contracts
- Lane Clark & Peacock LLP2 contracts
- Towers Watson Limited2 contracts
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From notice 004207-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 19 January 2026, last updated 20 July 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.