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NED Recruitment Services HS2 DfT

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) is seeking Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) for HS2 Ltd, a project central to the UK government's post-pandemic recovery. The procurement involves replacing outgoing NEDs and strengthening the board's skill set to support the HS2 Programme. The tender is for NED Recruitment Services with a value of £95,000. It is at the award stage, with a contract period starting on August 31, 2022, and ending on August 30, 2023. The procurement method is selective, calling off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses experienced in providing office personnel services to compete for the NED Recruitment Services contract. SMEs with expertise in digital integration, commercial finance, audit, civil engineering, or environmental services may find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. The Department for Transport's procurement aims to enhance the board's skills, ensuring independent judgment, value for money, and stakeholder engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NED Recruitment Services HS2 DfT

Notice Description

HS2 is at the heart of the Government's plans to build back better from the pandemic, creating thousands of jobs and providing certainty at a time when people need it the most. The railway is a long-term investment which will bring our biggest cities closer together, boost productivity and provide a low-carbon alternative to cars and planes for many decades to come. This project is delivered by HS2 Ltd - a corporate body established in January 2009 by incorporation under the Companies Act 2006 and limited by guarantee. The Secretary of State for Transport is its 'sole member', for whom it is remitted to undertake work. There a two Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) that have their final terms ending in March and May 2023 respectively along with one existing NED vacancy on the HS2 Ltd Board. We are therefore looking to recruit at least 3 NEDs to replace those leaving the Board with similar skills plus augmenting other skills that will be required by the HS2 Ltd Board to support the future delivery of the HS2 Programme. We may recruit an additional NED depending on the mix of skills found in the potential candidates. We are looking for candidates that can demonstrate the following: - Ability to apply independent judgement, challenge and support to drive value for money for the taxpayer - Experience in leading, coaching and supporting in a complex setting - Excellent communication and stakeholder skills In addition to the essential criteria, candidates should have technical skills in at least one of the following areas: - Digital/systems integration - Commercial appraisal and corporate finance - Audit - Large civil engineering or complex commercial arrangements at scale - Environment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10c1fd10-8a45-43ea-92fe-214e92ab761b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05232de6-f7f4-4a7e-a0e9-9d54631b9db4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79621000 - Supply services of office personnel

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Aug 20223 years ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2022 - 30 Aug 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KORN FERRY

Further Information

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