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Temporary staffing - Database Engineer

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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22 Aug 2025 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, located in Richmond, England, has completed a procurement process for temporary staffing in the role of a Database Engineer. The contract, identified by the title "Temporary staffing - Database Engineer", falls under the industry category of supply services for personnel, including temporary staff, as specified by the CPV classification code 79620000. The procurement was executed using a selective method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 18th August 2025, with the contract starting shortly after on 21st August 2025 and concluding on 27th March 2026. This procurement process is tailored towards SMEs, providing opportunities for business growth within that segment.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the temporary staffing industry, specifically those specialising in IT and database engineering services. The successful bidder, identifi Global Resources Limited, which is categorised as an SME, underscores the suitability for such businesses to participate in these procurement opportunities. The framework agreement approach can provide a streamlined pathway for qualified suppliers to engage with The National Archives, helping businesses expand their market presence and gain significant government contract experience.

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Notice Title

Temporary staffing - Database Engineer

Notice Description

Temporary staffing - Database engineer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7a126a4b-5f3e-4d82-80c0-a95735cb55f3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c67ca32-fe45-4199-93b2-92cc07d811fc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£124,392 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£124,392 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
20 Aug 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IDENTIFI GLOBAL RESOURCES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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