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Approach to talent identification and development independent assessment

CABINET OFFICE

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20 Jul 2026 at 14:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has initiated a procurement process titled "Approach to talent identification and development independent assessment," classified under human resources management consultancy services. The procurement falls under the services category and has a direct award procurement method. The delivery location is specified as SW1A 2AS, England, indicating a connection to the Cabinet Office's London address. The process is presently in the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 17th July 2026, and set to continue until 30th November 2026. The total contract value is £70,000, and the procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in human resources and consultancy services, particularly those that focus on talent identification and development within governmental or large organisational frameworks. The contract's alignment with SME-friendly procurement guidelines makes it an attractive proposition for smaller businesses seeking to demonstrate their expertise in providing evidence-based assessments. SMEs in the consultancy industry with capabilities to assess and provide policy recommendations have the potential to leverage this contract to build a professional relationship with the Cabinet Office, providing a platform for further business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Approach to talent identification and development independent assessment

Notice Description

Requirement for a review of the current Civil Service approach to talent identification and development to provide an independent assessment of current arrangements and generate evidence-based recommendations to inform future policy

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3d9121ec-91fb-49ee-a13b-d370cd4f0c07
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba67dc1e-fcc0-4c29-821a-b2c1ec280a0e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

JH COACHING AND ADVISORY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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