Softcat PLC
Sutton Council's pension fund is upgrading its administration software, with Softcat PLC providing the new Heywood Altair system.
In October 2026, Sutton Council's Strategy and Resources Committee approved a new contract for the Heywood Altair pensions administration software, supplied by Softcat PLC. This system will replace the existing Civica UPM system for the Sutton Pension Fund, which serves both Sutton and Kingston councils. The upgrade is projected to deliver annual savings of up to £480,000, totalling approximately £4.8 million over the 10-year contract.
Softcat PLC also currently provides secure connectivity, access, and cyber security services to the council under an existing contract. This contract is scheduled to expire in December 2026, meaning future arrangements for these services will need to be addressed by the council.
Key facts
- Sutton Council's Strategy and Resources Committee approved a new contract for Heywood Altair software in October 2026. Source
- The Heywood Altair system is projected to deliver up to £480,000 per annum in savings for the Sutton Pension Fund. Source
- The 10-year Heywood Altair contract is expected to save approximately £4.8 million in total. Source
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