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Russell Reynolds Recruitment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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03 Dec 2025 at 14:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for recruitment services, specifically aimed at appointing a specialist Non-Executive Member (NEM) to chair the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) Audit and Risk Assurance Committee (ARAC). This contract was procured through a direct method, utilising a single tender action below threshold level, indicating a streamlined procurement approach. The award, valued at £51,000, commenced on 1 September 2023 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2024. The procurement falls under the services category and concluded with the official award notice published on 3 December 2025. The tender location is London, England, with delivery addresses detailed by postal codes, including SW1Y 6QW.

This contract offers an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in recruitment services, particularly those capable of providing executive-level personnel for government committees. Although the tender follows a direct procurement method and is not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger recruitment firms may find opportunities for growth by demonstrating their ability to meet specialised government requirements. By securing such contracts, businesses can potentially expand their portfolio and increase their credibility within the public sector, particularly in defence-related fields. Russell Reynolds Associates Inc, identified as the awarded supplier, exemplifies the profile of a large-scale business ideal for competing in similar future procurements.

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Notice Title

Russell Reynolds Recruitment

Notice Description

RECRUITMENT FOR A SPECIALIST NON-EXECUTIVE MEMBER (NEM) ROLE: CHAIR OF THE DSTL AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE COMMITTEE (ARAC)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-af82860d-37f5-4c9c-a3f6-a5363153e6bb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ee4e009-64f6-474d-9ece-c9d4a58065ad
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
Not specified
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
£51,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
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

RUSSELL REYNOLDS ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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