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Provision of search & selection process for the appointment of two Non-Executive Directors

THE WALTON CENTRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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16 Apr 2026 at 09:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust has concluded the procurement process for the "Provision of search & selection process for the appointment of two Non-Executive Directors". This tender, classified under recruitment services (CPV code 79600000), followed a selective procurement method via call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage commenced on 14 April 2026, with activities running through to 30 September 2026. The procurement process is complete, and the contract has been awarded with a value of £12,000. The Trust is situated in Liverpool, England (postal code L9 7LJ), and potential suppliers had until 13 April 2026 to submit tenders.

This tender represents a growth opportunity for SMEs specialising in recruitment services, particularly those experienced in accommodating framework agreements. With the Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust serving as the buyer, the awarded contract was given to Seymour John Public Services (North) Limited, an SME based in Warrington. This procurement could attract businesses focusing on executive search services, enabling them to showcase their capabilities in recruitment for high-profile roles. The refined procurement method implies a competitive edge for businesses with a strategic framework presence, offering an avenue to expand their services in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of search & selection process for the appointment of two Non-Executive Directors

Notice Description

Provision of search & selection process for the appointment of two Non-Executive Directors

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2fc54b3a-12a2-44f2-9fda-a848836c687d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08e30ff6-620d-4107-b23d-9d8f6f560ecb
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
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
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 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
THE WALTON CENTRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L9 7LJ
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Fazakerley West
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Walton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEYMOUR JOHN PUBLIC SERVICES (NORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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