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HR - ICS - Provision of access to LinkedIn Hiring Solutions

ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ

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27 Jun 2025 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

ICS, acting on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), recently completed the procurement process for the provision of access to LinkedIn Hiring Solutions. This contract falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, and covers a wide geographical scope, including the United Kingdom and various international regions such as the British Overseas Territories and Europe. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company on June 26, 2025, for a total value of £390,690. The contract period spans from June 26, 2025, to June 26, 2027.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering software development and consulting expertise. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract accessible, given the inclusive nature of the procurement suitability. Firms adept in providing digital recruiting platforms and related tech support could especially benefit from such contracts. By engaging with government bodies such as ICS, DSIT, and DESNZ, businesses stand to enhance their service portfolios and solidify their presence within the public sector's digital transformation initiatives.

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Notice Title

HR - ICS - Provision of access to LinkedIn Hiring Solutions

Notice Description

HR - ICS - Provision of access to LinkedIn Hiring Solutions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8709af17-f44f-4319-bdb7-486221ff4d22
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f548d13c-413b-4ddc-8ae9-e67752fbe455
Current Stage
Award
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£390,690 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£390,690 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2025 - 26 Jun 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AW
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

LINKEDIN IRELAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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