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DDaT25106 - STFC Talent Solutions

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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17 Feb 2026 at 09:55

Award

20 Mar 2025 at 08:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited focused on the provision of "DDaT25106 - STFC Talent Solutions." This initiative falls under the software package and information systems category, with procurement being executed through the CCS G-Cloud 14 Framework. Located in Swindon, England, the procurement reached the award update stage with the process being marked as complete on 17 February 2026. Key contractual dates included the tender period ending on 6 March 2025, with contract execution spanning from 7 March 2025 to 28 February 2027. The value of the contract awarded was £62,720, and the procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the software and information systems industry. It's particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing talent solutions aligned with the requirements outlined in the framework agreement. The award to LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company, a prominent supplier in this field, underscores the significance of expertise and service delivery capabilities in securing such contracts. Businesses focussing on similar services could leverage opportunities within framework agreements like G-Cloud to enhance growth and gain visibility in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

DDaT25106 - STFC Talent Solutions

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for the provision of a Talent Solution. This procurement is being concluded under the CCS G-Cloud 14 (RM1557.14) Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a939561-554b-4cdc-ac67-04442508d3a7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/213cc298-8a21-4000-be48-b9ace25572e4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,360 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£62,720 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
7 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

LINKEDIN IRELAND

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