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08 Jul 2026 at 08:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Interim Transport Projects Lead" was conducted by Sheffield City Council, located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. This tender, classified under recruitment services (CPV code 79600000), was in the award stage as of 8th July 2026. It involved a direct procurement method with an award made to FAERFIELD LIMITED. The contract period is set between 14th July 2026 and 13th January 2027. This procurement process completes on the 19th of June 2026 with a contract value of £16,707 GBP.

This tender presents growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the recruitment services industry, particularly those specialising in interim transportation project leadership. Companies capable of providing temporary leadership in transport projects can benefit from engaging with public sector contracts, enhancing their portfolios and gaining access to public funds and partnerships. Sheffield City Council's procurement approach could provide significant leverage for businesses familiar with public sector requirements and compliance protocols, enhancing their presence in this regional market.

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Notice Title

Interim Transport Projects Lead

Notice Description

Recruitment for an Interim Transport Projects Lead

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94457001-98d1-4f66-a5e1-da46eed069be
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0721e6ef-d8e5-4213-9253-369b481cdf99
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£16,708 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,707 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2026 - 13 Jan 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
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FAERFIELD

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