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02 Jun 2026 at 11:38

Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office (NAO) recently completed the procurement process for the "Bright Network Graduate Campaign 2026/2027," awarding the contract to Bright Network (UK) LIMITED. This project falls within the recruitment services industry category, identified by the CPV code 79600000, and was conducted under a limited procurement method through a competitive quotation process. The campaign aims to provide marketing and attraction for the NAO's graduate recruitment efforts and has a total contract value of £24,000 including VAT. The contract period is set from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2027, with the services being delivered in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for SMEs and organisations within the recruitment sector, especially those familiar with graduate marketing strategies. The limited procurement method and competitive quotation process suggest that well-prepared businesses with innovative marketing solutions can effectively compete in similar tenders. The contract's alignment with both SME and VCSE suitability criteria indicates a supportive environment for smaller enterprises and social companies looking to expand their reach within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Bright Network Graduate Campaign 2026/2027

Notice Description

National Audit Office (NAO) awarded a contract to Bright Network who will be providing Marketing and attraction for graduate campaign to the NAO and the contract will run for 1 year from Wednesday 1st July 2026 to Wednesday 30th June 2027. The contract value is PS24,000.00 inclusive of VAT for the duration of the 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-22c0acd5-728f-437c-aa1b-a42c6d4f49a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/256eee22-4016-4149-9069-8424ef9797f4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£24,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
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
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRIGHT NETWORK (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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