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Temporary worker - Interim Senior Press Officer

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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04 Mar 2026 at 13:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives has recently concluded the procurement process for a temporary worker to fulfil the role of Interim Senior Press Officer. This procurement falls within the industry category of supply services of personnel, specifically involving temporary staff, and is located in Richmond, England (postal code TW9 4DU). The process was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period ending on 1st December 2025. The contract runs from 10th December 2025 until 30th April 2026, with an awarded contract value of £23,000. The award was made to Michael Page International Recruitment Ltd, a large-scale supplier, and the tender was noted for being suitable for SMEs.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in supply of temporary staffing services, particularly those capable of providing personnel for senior press officer roles. Companies with expertise in temporary staffing solutions, especially SMEs, would find this procurement process well aligned with their service offerings. The contract with The National Archives provides a platform for businesses seeking to establish and strengthen relationships with public sector organisations, given the role’s strategic importance and the notable reputation of the buyer. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company's market presence and open doors to future tender opportunities within similar sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Temporary worker - Interim Senior Press Officer

Notice Description

Temporary staffing, interim Press officer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57254bc8-4ca5-4fbd-950c-cd919876b7f6
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Large

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
£23,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£23,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
10 Dec 2025 - 30 Apr 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
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

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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