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DHSC: Fin: Interim Financial Accountant

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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29 Jul 2026 at 14:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "DHSC: Fin: Interim Financial Accountant", was conducted by the Department of Health and Social Care, headquartered in London, United Kingdom. This process falls within the industry category associated with the supply services of personnel, specifically temporary staff. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates in this process include the award date on 14th July 2026, with the contract intended to run from 21st July 2026 to 22nd January 2027. The Department completed the tender stage and awarded the contract to Robertson Bell Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Northamptonshire.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses in the staffing industry, particularly those specialising in financial roles, to expand their market presence. Companies with relevant expertise in providing interim financial professionals have the potential to secure similar contracts, thereby driving business growth. While this particular tender was not open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) initially, it ultimately demonstrates that niche providers with suitable capabilities, like Robertson Bell Ltd, can successfully partake in public sector contracts by leveraging frameworks. Engaging in such procurement processes could be beneficial for businesses seeking to build or enhance their portfolio of public sector engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC: Fin: Interim Financial Accountant

Notice Description

Contingent labour - Interim financial accountant

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34bf8bbc-e5af-4762-af5a-547d17d46d92
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
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
£70,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 22 Jan 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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

ROBERTSON BELL

Further Information

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