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Award

01 Jun 2026 at 15:43

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Justice, revolves around the recruitment services for His Majesty's Chief Inspector of Prisons. Classified under the CPV code 79600000 for recruitment services, this procurement is part of the Ministry's efforts to source non-executive and public appointments through the Crown Commercial Service framework RM6290. The procurement method employed is selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The process is at the award stage, having been concluded with an active contract awarded to Russell Reynolds Associates Limited, dated 8th May 2026. The contract extends from 8th May 2026 to 7th May 2027, covering regions across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and globally, with a contract value of £52,500 GBP.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in recruitment services to understand the procurement dynamics of government contracts within the United Kingdom and comparable regions. Companies that are particularly well-suited for these opportunities include those classified as SMEs. The contract offers a chance for businesses with a focus on executive and non-executive recruitment services to expand their portfolios by serving a significant public role. By aligning with established framework agreements and demonstrating competence in similar procurement methods, businesses can position themselves for future opportunities to collaborate with government departments like the Ministry of Justice.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

His Majesty's Chief Inspector of Prisons

Notice Description

****This is an award notice, not a call for competition.**** This procurement is being concluded as a direct award under Lot 3: Non-Executive and Public Appointments of the Crown Commercial Service framework number RM6290 Executive and Non-Executive Recruitment Services. The requirement is for the provision of recruitment services for the His Majesty's Chief Inspector of Prisons recruitment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-760e404e-339f-4597-a3fc-b7a48a3ff011
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c9e2b53-203f-4e9c-860c-855a0c9ef01b
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

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£52,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 7 May 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
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
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

RUSSELL REYNOLDS ASSOCIATES

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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