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23 Jul 2026 at 08:56

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09 Apr 2025 at 09:23

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27 Mar 2024 at 16:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GSS23043 - Data Visualisation Manager" was conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited for the UK Research and Innovation. This tender, classified under the CPV code 79620000, pertains to the supply services of personnel including temporary staff. The procurement is within the industry category of goods, specifically targeted at addressing personnel needs. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage with a contract value of £888,705, covering services until 31st March 2027. The process was executed using a selective procurement method involving a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically within England, United Kingdom. The contract period initially started on 23rd January 2023 with several variations extending its duration and updating terms.

This tender creates valuable opportunities for businesses capable of providing personnel supply services, particularly those experienced with temporary staffing solutions. Businesses classified as SMEs may find this tender particularly accessible due to its suitability for small and medium enterprises, though VCSEs were not specifically targeted. The procurement encourages competitive engagement from organisations with established frameworks to manage and deliver data visualisation management solutions. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to establish a foothold within governmental frameworks, enhancing their growth potential through long-term partnerships and enhanced service portfolios.

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Notice Title

GSS23043 - Data Visualisation Manager

Notice Description

*** This is not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation require a Data Visualisation Manager which has been procured and awarded following a Direct Award via the Direct Award via the Non Clinical Temporary and Fixed Term Staff Framework. Original Contract - 23/01/2023 to 31/03/2023 Variation 001 - 01/04/2023 to 31/03/2024 Variation 002 - 01/04/2024 to 31/03/2025 Variation 003 - 01/04/2025 to 31/03/2026 Variation 004 - No change to end date. Update in Day rates. Variation 005 - 01/04/2026 - 30/09/2026 Variation 006 - 01/10/2026 - 31/03/2027

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43d52e6e-35b8-4c91-8b6b-d80cdc59bc1c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03aa6209-2d32-43ab-9695-964c74e7ee48
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, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£888,705 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,022,275 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20233 years ago
Contract Period
23 Jan 2023 - 31 Mar 2027 4-5 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

IO ASSOCIATES LTD (A TRADING DIVISION OF PRECISION RESOURCE

TALENT INTERNATIONAL

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