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Outplacement services

BANK OF ENGLAND

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09 Feb 2026 at 09:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England, a prominent financial institution, has completed the procurement process for outplacement services, classified under recruitment services with CPV code 79600000. The contracting process was conducted through a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The procurement took place in London, United Kingdom, with key dates including the tender end date on 11th December 2025. The contract period spans from 12th December 2025 to 12th March 2026, offering services that are particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to the value of £36,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth and increased visibility for businesses specializing in recruitment services, particularly SMEs looking to establish or enhance their relationship with a esteemed buyer such as the Bank of England. Companies that excel in providing outplacement services, and can be flexible in their delivery within the specified time frame, would be ideal candidates to compete in this procurement space. Engagement in this tender process can lead to strategic partnerships and enhance a supplier's portfolio within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Outplacement services

Notice Description

Outplacement Services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a22b5b41-cb3f-4e8c-b0ae-1ee6e86c9a8d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2683346-6474-4dc5-bae7-a6ff8cdcc1d7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
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
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 12 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Bintu Sesay
Contact Email
bintu.sesay@bankofengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
02034612595

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central 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
TLI London
Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEE HECHT HARRISON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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