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Higher data development officer

OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process entitled "Higher Data Development Officer", conducted by the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills, pertains to the supply of personnel services including temporary staff. Located in Manchester, England, this selective procurement follows a call-off from a framework agreement. It had a tender period ending on 16 March 2026, with the contract initially running from 23 March 2026 to 31 July 2026, and then extended to 2 October 2026. The total estimated value including VAT for the maximum contract duration is £59,918.04. The current status of the procurement is complete as of the award date 20 March 2026, with Adecco UK Ltd being the supplier. The award was updated as of 29 July 2026 with enhanced contract details.

This tender offers valuable opportunities for large businesses providing temporary staffing services in the UK, particularly those experienced in fulfilling government contracts within the educational oversight sector. The procurement method through a framework agreement allows for efficient engagement with selected suppliers, promising predictable business growth for organisations capable of meeting the contract's demands. Eligible suppliers can gain significant exposure through such contracts, enhancing their reputation and experience with prestigious government agencies. As the tender is not open to SMEs or VCSEs, larger entities will have a distinct advantage in competing effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Higher data development officer

Notice Description

CON 1635 - Higher data development officer (temp) Initial period: 23/03/2026 - 31/07/2026 Initial value (inc Vat): PS25,126.92 Extended until 02/10/2026 (July 2026) updated value: PS37,276.20 Maximum extension: until 31/07/2027 Maximum value (inc Vat): PS59,918.04

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a406864-6c1b-4014-9582-fd4dfb733650
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
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
£59,918 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,276 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 2 Oct 2026 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
OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
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)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADECCO

Further Information

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