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STRATEGIC OUTPLACEMENT HR SERVICES PROCURED THROUGH ESPO FRAMEWORK 3S22 LOT NO.6

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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04 Jun 2026 at 08:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has successfully completed the procurement process for strategic outplacement HR services through the ESPO Framework 3S22 Lot No.6, specifically catering to both the Ministry of Defence and DEFRA. This contract, classified under the human resources management consultancy services industry category, is valued at £427,369. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 1st June 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st May 2029. The service location is situated in the North West of the United Kingdom, particularly around postcode CH65 1AD. The procurement process has progressed from the 'tender' phase to the current 'award' stage, with the award made on 1st June 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in human resources management consultancy services, particularly those with large-scale operations capable of fulfilling extensive government contracts. The opportunity is ideal for firms experienced in working within established framework agreements and ready to meet the strategic needs of major government departments like the Ministry of Defence. By aligning with such a prestigious client, businesses have the potential to enhance their market presence and secure further lucrative government engagements in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STRATEGIC OUTPLACEMENT HR SERVICES PROCURED THROUGH ESPO FRAMEWORK 3S22 LOT NO.6

Notice Description

STRATEGIC OUTPLACEMENT HR SERVICES PROCURED THROUGH ESPO FRAMEWORK 3S22 LOT NO.6 FOR MOD & DEFRA

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8d0d1864-db06-4ded-a508-b645f6dd5141
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54b02a1c-e29d-4d84-8630-5fe35a5b73c0
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
Not specified
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
£427,369 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£427,369 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WORKING TRANSITIONS

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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