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CSP25449 - Executive Search Agency Recruitment GBE 2025

DESNZ

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18 Mar 2026 at 13:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "CSP25449 - Executive Search Agency Recruitment GBE 2025" was conducted by DESNZ, located in Swindon, England. This process, classified under recruitment services, involved selecting a supplier through a call-off from the RM6290 framework agreement. The tender aimed to recruit qualified candidates for Chair and Non-Executive Director roles on the GBE's Board. The procurement was awarded to FWB Park Brown Limited on 4th March 2026, with the contract period lasting from 25th February 2026 to 24th February 2027. The total contract value amounts to £150,000 GBP, with varied delivery addresses including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and others worldwide.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses in the recruitment sector, especially for SMEs, as indicated by its suitability provisions. The procurement involves providing high-level recruitment services for executive roles, making it ideal for agencies that specialise in executive search. Businesses operating across geographical regions such as Europe and the British Overseas Territories can leverage this opportunity to expand their reach and establish themselves as key players in the industry. The successful execution of such contracts can lead to significant business growth and increased visibility within the sector.

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Notice Title

CSP25449 - Executive Search Agency Recruitment GBE 2025

Notice Description

THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION This requirement was awarded via RM6290 Executive and Non Executive Recruitment Services, Lot 3, following a competitive quotation process. The purpose of the requirement is to identify and recruit suitably qualified candidates for the Chair and Non Executive Director roles on GBE's Board.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-15a34c7f-76cd-46c4-9b13-abb46e4bb31e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/868135dc-f7e4-450b-a131-89b518625ea5
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FWB PARK BROWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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