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HSE People Strategy

HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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03 Aug 2026 at 10:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has completed a procurement process for the development of a bespoke People Strategy for the 2026-2029 period. This process, classified under human resources management consultancy services (CPV code 79414000), sought to engage a supplier that could deliver a strategy aligned with HSE's strategic ambition of being a great workplace. The award stage concluded on 20 January 2026, for a contract commencing on 21 January 2026 and ending on 31 March 2026. The procurement method used was a call-off from a framework agreement, and the geographical focus includes England, Scotland, and Wales, with a total contract value of £38,400.

This opportunity provides significant avenues for growth for businesses specialising in human resources consultancy, particularly those that can offer innovative and data-informed strategic solutions. The contract was awarded to Nous Group Ltd, a large-scale organisation, highlighting the potential for businesses that can meet the complex needs of government bodies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would also find this sector promising, especially those that can navigate selective procurement processes and framework agreements to secure such contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HSE People Strategy

Notice Description

The HSE people strategy focuses on three themes: attract, develop and retain and is ultimately geared towards supporting the delivery of the HSE strategic ambition of ensuring HSE is a great place to work and we attract and retain exceptional people. We would now like to engage a supplier to help us create a bespoke People Strategy for 2026-2029, that is evidence-informed, dynamic and compelling to support delivery against HSE ambitions. Required activities * Analysis of data and information * Engagement sessions with key stakeholder * Create draft strategy for discuss and engagement * Produce final strategy document, including 1 year action plan

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d96711f-fa8f-437d-82ea-be0b1c531a18
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£38,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20266 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 7HS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
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), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOUS GROUP

Further Information

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