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SCS Assessments - Lot 2

CABINET OFFICE

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03 Feb 2026 at 09:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "SCS Assessments - Lot 2" was conducted by the Cabinet Office, located in London, SW1A2AS, England. This project involves the provision of psychometric assessments for SCS recruitment and talent management, classified under CPV code 79635000, which pertains to assessment centre services for recruitment. The procurement method used was a direct approach through a single tender action below the threshold. The tender was completed with a contract award to Gatenby Sanderson on 2nd February 2026. The contract is valued at £500,000, with the contract period starting on 8th April 2026 and ending on 7th April 2027. This procurement falls under the services category and is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in psychometric and recruitment assessment services. It would be particularly beneficial for SMEs looking to expand their services within the public sector. The direct procurement method indicates a streamlined process for qualified service providers, making it an attractive proposition for businesses with the capability to deliver specialised assessment services to government departments. Such contracts not only offer immediate financial benefits but also pave the way for longstanding relationships and reputational enhancement within the industry.

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Notice Title

SCS Assessments - Lot 2

Notice Description

Provision of Psychometric Assessments for SCS recruitment/talent management.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-467315e1-5f16-4622-86e3-1018efa502cb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3791d6a-10e1-462f-8348-1e8648528eed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79635000 - Assessment centre services for recruitment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2027 6-12 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
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

GATENBY SANDERSON

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