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Executive Search for Grade 6 ,SCS1 & SCS2

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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13 Feb 2026 at 11:58

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for executive search services involving Grade 6, SCS1, and SCS2 positions has been completed, managed by the Environment Agency, headquartered in London, UK. This procurement falls within the executive services category, with a total contract value of £25,000. The process utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Although the tender period concluded on 20th December 2025, the contract period started on 20th January 2026 and is set to end on 31st March 2026. The procurement stage currently stands at the award phase, with Saxton, located in London, having been awarded the contract on 28th January 2026.

This tender offers promising opportunities for businesses specialising in executive recruitment and management consulting. Companies that are small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or those involved in voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) may particularly benefit from engaging in this sphere, as the procurement process was open to such organisations. The contract’s locations, which include British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands among others, provide ample potential for growth and expansion for businesses looking to increase their footprint within diverse geographic areas. The Environment Agency’s ongoing needs and similar future opportunities could provide avenues for sustained business development for companies adept in offering tailored executive search solutions.

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Notice Title

Executive Search for Grade 6 ,SCS1 & SCS2

Notice Description

Executive Search for Grade 6 ,SCS1 & SCS2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29fd49ea-487a-4b07-920d-e21668c99e18
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a263c4-3744-41af-a203-f6fc30f087b9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75111100 - Executive services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
John Rae
Contact Email
john.rae@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03459335577

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAXTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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