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Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator), Major Projects

O F W A T

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10 Mar 2026 at 14:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the role of Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator) for Major Projects under ESPO Framework 3S-22 has been completed as of 10th March 2026. Managed by O F W A T, based in Birmingham, the procurement seeks services within the human resources industry category, specifically supply services of personnel including temporary staff. The contract, valued at £64,029.24, has been awarded to Sanctuary Personnel Limited, with delivery expected in the West Midlands and London, from 9th March 2026 to 8th March 2027. It followed a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, favouring SMEs for suitability.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for enterprises specializing in HR services, particularly those capable of delivering efficient contract management and programme delivery. Businesses adept at providing administrative support, managing budgets and contracts, and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams stand to benefit. With involvement from sectors like Finance, Procurement, IT, and Facilities, companies with a comprehensive service offering will find this contract appealing. Furthermore, the emphasis on temporary staffing services makes it particularly attractive to SMEs aiming to expand their footprint in major projects coordination within the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator), Major Projects

Notice Description

Awarded under ESPO Framework 3S-22 Strategic HR Services, Lot 1a - Admin, HR & Business Support to a single Service Provider. As Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator), Major Projects: As an Associate working within Major Projects, will work closely with the programme management team and colleagues in the team to aid the effective and efficient contract management framework, and provide general support on programme delivery. Key Deliverables: 1. Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Major Projects programme, including maintaining accurate records, trackers and documentation. 2. Support the organisation, storage and version control of contract and programme files in line with governance requirements. 3. Assist with budget and contract administration, including raising and tracking purchase orders, receipting invoices and updating spend and contract trackers. 4. Support the processing of onboarding and offboarding of consultancy resources, ensuring required documentation and system updates are completed. 5. Assist with the preparation of contract, financial and supplier information for governance meetings and reporting. 6. Liaise with Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities and People teams to support smooth programme and contract administration. 7. Provide general administrative support for programme governance activities, including meeting coordination, documentation and follow-up actions. 8. Support with internal and external events.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-57b76e03-ddcb-49ea-b901-399b727f40f1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caa174cd-1847-4ebf-bffa-f25752cfeae3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£64,029 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,029 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2027 6-12 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
O F W A T
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SANCTUARY PERSONNEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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