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24 Jul 2026 at 12:42

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, led by HM Treasury, involved the development of an attraction strategy to support careers within the Government Finance Function (GFF). Classified under IT services and career guidance services, the procurement was conducted through a selective method, resulting in a call-off from a framework agreement. The project, valued at £80,000, spans from 29th June 2026 to 28th June 2027, with the contract awarded to Penna PLC. Located in London, the buying organisation aimed to enhance recruitment within the finance sector of the government.

This tender creates growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consulting or career development services, particularly those focusing on the public sector. The process being inclusive to SMEs and akin entities indicates an effort to harness the innovative and adaptive capabilities of smaller firms. Such opportunities are well-suited for companies ready to deploy strategic engagement within governmental structures, enhancing career trajectory visibility in finance roles and delivering impactful consultancy outcomes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Attraction strategy for careers in the Government Finance Function (GFF)

Notice Description

Attraction Strategy related services that support careers in the Government Finance Function.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-49ba659f-b573-4faa-89e6-a14f011c9da0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd47f9b7-456f-48ac-8413-473f44907e6e
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79634000 - Career guidance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 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
HM TREASURY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HQ
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

PENNA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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