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DHSC: FGO: Executive Search Agency Chief Executive UKSHA Recruitment

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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27 Feb 2025 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has awarded a contract for the recruitment of a new Chief Executive for the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) to Russell Reynolds Associates Limited. The procurement, classified under recruitment services, took place in the United Kingdom and was conducted through a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The tendering process was completed by 9th February 2025, with the contract starting on 10th February 2025 and set to conclude on 30th September 2025. The total value of the contract is £65,500.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large recruitment agencies with expertise in executive search to showcase their capabilities by participating in high-profile public sector staffing processes. Although this procurement was directly awarded, similar future opportunities may be open to well-qualified businesses that can demonstrate the ability to meet the rigorous demands of executive recruitment for key governmental positions. The involvement in such prestigious assignments can enhance a company's portfolio and market reputation, positioning them as leaders in executive search services.

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Notice Title

DHSC: FGO: Executive Search Agency Chief Executive UKSHA Recruitment

Notice Description

Successful recruitment to secure the next Chief Executive of UKHSA is essential following the announcement of the current Chief Executive to leave her position.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b102dfe6-4680-46c6-87de-e6a989e970a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ede88022-b1ec-4464-859f-a4db7b201a38
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
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
£65,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£65,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Joe Smith
Contact Email
joe.smith1@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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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